Mastixia rostrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 258 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237970
Common Names
- Mastixia Rostrata
- Beaked Mastixia
- Beaked Four-seeded Mercury
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastixia rostrata (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 rostrata 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 rostrata sub. caudatifolia (Merr.) K.M.MatthewMastixia rostrata sub. rostrata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastixia rostrata 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 rostrata 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 rostrata
Mastixia rostrata is native to Southeast Asia.
Mastixia rostrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mastixia rostrata?
Mastixia rostrata
What is the natural habitat of Mastixia rostrata?
Mastixia rostrata is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
What is the flowering season of Mastixia rostrata?
Mastixia rostrata typically blooms in the summer months.
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-122121: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.