Mastixia pentandra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 654 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237957
Common Names
- Mastixia Pentandra
- Five-stamened Mastixia
- Pentandrous Mastixia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastixia pentandra (also called Chinese wax plant, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. This plant typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mastixia pentandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Mastixia pentandra sub. cambodiana (Pierre) K.M.MatthewMastixia pentandra sub. chinensis (Merr.) K.M.Matthew
Mastixia pentandra sub. pentandra
Mastixia pentandra sub. philippinensis (Wangerin) K.M.Matthew
Mastixia pentandra sub. scortechinii (King) K.M.Matthew
Mastixia pentandra sub. moluccana K.M.Matthew
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastixia pentandra 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 pentandra 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 pentandra
Mastixia pentandra is native to Southeast Asia.
Mastixia pentandra FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Mastixia pentandra?
Mastixia pentandra prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C)
What is the ideal humidity for Mastixia pentandra?
Mastixia pentandra prefers a humidity level of 50-70%
What type of soil should I use for Mastixia pentandra?
Mastixia pentandra 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-122109: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.