Mastixia octandra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.M.Matthew
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 65 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237953
Common Names
- Mastixia Octandra
- Eight-stamened Mastixia
- Octandrous Mastixia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastixia octandra (also called Octandra Mastixia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in humid forests at elevations of 0 to 1,000 meters. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 meters tall.
Uses & Benefits
Mastixia octandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastixia octandra has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastixia octandra is a shrub native to the rainforests of South America. It prefers a warm, humid environment with temperatures between 18-24°C (65-75°F). It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Mastixia octandra
Mastixia octandra is native to Southeast Asia.
Mastixia octandra FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Mastixia octandra?
Mastixia octandra prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C)
What is the ideal humidity for Mastixia octandra?
Mastixia octandra prefers a humidity level of 50-70%
What type of soil should I use for Mastixia octandra?
Mastixia octandra prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix
Species in the Mastixia genus
Mastixia arborea, Mastixia caudatilimba, Mastixia congylos, Mastixia cuspidata, Mastixia eugenioides, Mastixia euonymoides, Mastixia glauca, Mastixia kaniensis, Mastixia macrocarpa, Mastixia montana, Mastixia nimalii, Mastixia octandra, Mastixia parviflora, Mastixia pentandra, Mastixia rostrata, Mastixia tetrandra, Mastixia tetrapetala, Mastixia trichophylla, Mastixia trichotoma, Mastixia microcarpa,
Species in the Nyssaceae family
Camptotheca acuminata, Camptotheca lowreyana, Davidia involucrata, Diplopanax vietnamensis, Diplopanax stachyanthus, Mastixia arborea, Mastixia caudatilimba, Mastixia congylos, Mastixia cuspidata, Mastixia eugenioides, Mastixia euonymoides, Mastixia glauca, Mastixia kaniensis, Mastixia macrocarpa, Mastixia montana, Mastixia nimalii, Mastixia octandra, Mastixia parviflora, Mastixia pentandra, Mastixia rostrata, Mastixia tetrandra, Mastixia tetrapetala, Mastixia trichophylla, Mastixia trichotoma, Mastixia microcarpa, Nyssa aquatica, Nyssa bifida, Nyssa biflora, Nyssa javanica, Nyssa ogeche, Nyssa sinensis, Nyssa sylvatica, Nyssa talamancana, Nyssa ursina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-122105: Based on the initial data import
Koyapillil Mathai Matthew (1930-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Matthew' in the authors string.