Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
1268785

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) Merr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Publ. Bur. Sci. Gov. Lab. 35: 72 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268123

Common Names

  • Stixis Philippinensis
  • Philippinensis Stixis
  • Philippinensis

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Description

Stixis philippinensis (also called 'Philippine Stixis' and 'Philippine Flower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a small shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the Philippines. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stixis philippinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stixis philippinensis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stixis philippinensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.

Where to Find Stixis philippinensis

Styxis philippinensis is native to the Philippines. It can be found in tropical moist lowland forests, tropical moist montane forests, and moist shrublands.

Stixis philippinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stixis philippinensis?

Stixis philippinensis

What type of plant is Stixis philippinensis?

It is a shrub

Where is Stixis philippinensis native to?

It is native to Southeast Asia

Species in the Resedaceae family

Borthwickia trifoliata, Caylusea abyssinica, Caylusea hexagyna, Caylusea latifolia, Forchhammeria brevipes, Forchhammeria emarginata, Forchhammeria haitiensis, Forchhammeria hintonii, Forchhammeria laxiflora, Forchhammeria longifolia, Forchhammeria macrocarpa, Forchhammeria matudae, Forchhammeria pallida, Forchhammeria polyandra, Forchhammeria sessilifolia, Forchhammeria sphaerocarpa, Forchhammeria trifoliata, Forchhammeria watsonii, Forchhammeria tamaulipana, Forchhammeria iltisii, Ochradenus spartioides, Ochradenus baccatus, Ochradenus arabicus, Ochradenus harsusiticus, Ochradenus somalensis, Ochradenus gifrii, Ochradenus socotranus, Oligomeris subulata, Oligomeris linifolia, Oligomeris dipetala, Oligomeris dregeana, Randonia africana, Reseda alba, Reseda alopecuros, Reseda alphonsi, Reseda amblyocarpa, Reseda arabica, Reseda anatolica, Reseda urnigera, Reseda tomentosa, Reseda undata, Reseda tymphaea, Reseda villosa, Reseda virgata, Reseda viridis, Reseda tefedestica, Reseda germanicopolitana, Reseda glauca, Reseda elata, Reseda duriaeana,

References

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:148097-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.