Mastixia trichophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.P.Fang ex Soong
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
J. Sichuan Univ., Nat. Sci. Ed. 1: 65 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237980
Common Names
- Mastixia Trichophylla
- Hairy-leaved Mastixia
- Hairy-leaved Four-seeded Mercury
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastixia trichophylla (also called Chinese Wax Tree, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to East Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shaded areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mastixia trichophylla 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 trichophylla 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 trichophylla 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 trichophylla
Mastixia trichophylla is native to Southeast Asia.
Mastixia trichophylla FAQ
What are the common names of Mastixia trichophylla?
Mastixia trichophylla is commonly known as hairy wax flower.
What are the growing conditions for Mastixia trichophylla?
Mastixia trichophylla prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the hardiness zone for Mastixia trichophylla?
Mastixia trichophylla 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-122131: Based on the initial data import
Wen-Pei Fang (1899-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Fang' in the authors string.
Tse Pu Soong (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soong' in the authors string.