Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
flavidum
ID:
238661

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Seem.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 26: 109 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237993

Common Names

  • Mastixiodendron Flavidum
  • Yellow Mastixiodendron
  • Yellow-flowered Mastixiodendron

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Synonyms

  • Plectronia flavida (Seem.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Drake [unknown]
  • Canthium flavidum Seem. [valid]
  • Dorisia flavida (Seem.) A.C.Sm. [valid]
  • Dorisia rarissima Gillespie [valid]

Description

Mastixiodendron flavidum (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

Mastixiodendron flavidum 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

The flower of Mastixiodendron flavidum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Mastixiodendron flavidum 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 Mastixiodendron flavidum

Mastixiodendron flavidum is native to Southeast Asia.

Mastixiodendron flavidum FAQ

What are the common names of Mastixiodendron flavidum?

Mastixiodendron flavidum is commonly known as yellow wax flower.

What are the growing conditions for Mastixiodendron flavidum?

Mastixiodendron flavidum prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the hardiness zone for Mastixiodendron flavidum?

Mastixiodendron flavidum is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-122144: Based on the initial data import
Berthold Carl Seemann (1825-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seem.' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.