Mastixia tetrandra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wight ex Thwaites) C.B.Clarke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 2: 745 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237975
Common Names
- Mastixia Tetrandra
- Four-stamened Mastixia
- Tetrandrous Mastixia
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- Mastixia lanceolata Baill. [unknown]
- Bursinopetalum tetrandrum Wight ex Thwaites [unknown]
Description
Mastixia tetrandra (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 tetrandra 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 tetrandra var. tetrandraFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastixia tetrandra 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 tetrandra 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 tetrandra
Mastixia tetrandra is native to Southeast Asia.
Mastixia tetrandra FAQ
What are the common names of Mastixia tetrandra?
Mastixia tetrandra is commonly known as Chinese wax flower.
What are the growing conditions for Mastixia tetrandra?
Mastixia tetrandra prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the hardiness zone for Mastixia tetrandra?
Mastixia tetrandra is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.
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-122126: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.