Mastixia trichotoma - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 655 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237981
Common Names
- Mastixia Trichotoma
- Hairy-topped Mastixia
- Hairy-topped Four-seeded Mercury
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- Mastixia kimanilla caesia (Blume) Miq. [unknown]
- Mastixia laxa angustifolia Blume [unknown]
- Mastixia trichotoma acuminatissima (Blume) Danser [unknown]
- Mastixia trichotoma laxa (Blume) Miq. [unknown]
Description
Mastixia trichotoma (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 trichotoma 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 trichotoma var. clarkeana (King) DanserMastixia trichotoma var. korthalsiana (Wangerin) Danser
Mastixia trichotoma var. maingayi (C.B.Clarke) Danser
Mastixia trichotoma var. rhynchocarpa Danser
Mastixia trichotoma var. trichotoma
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mastixia trichotoma is a small, tubular, yellowish-green flower with a white lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, greenish-brown seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastixia trichotoma 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 trichotoma
Mastixia trichotoma is native to Southeast Asia.
Mastixia trichotoma FAQ
What are the common names of Mastixia trichotoma?
Mastixia trichotoma is commonly known as hairy-leaved wax flower.
What are the growing conditions for Mastixia trichotoma?
Mastixia trichotoma prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the hardiness zone for Mastixia trichotoma?
Mastixia trichotoma 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-122132: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.