Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
letouzeyanus
ID:
262456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonké

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 11: 429 (1989 publ. 1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261788

Common Names

  • Letouzeyanus Oxyanthus
  • Oxyanthus
  • Indian Willow

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Description

Oxyanthus letouzeyanus (also called Letouzey's Oxyanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxyanthus letouzeyanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxyanthus letouzeyanus is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxyanthus letouzeyanus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). It has dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers in spring and summer. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny position. Propagate from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Oxyanthus letouzeyanus

Oxyanthus letouzeyanus is native to the mountains of the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Alabama.

Oxyanthus letouzeyanus FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Oxyanthus letouzeyanus?

Oxyanthus letouzeyanus prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What type of soil does Oxyanthus letouzeyanus prefer?

Oxyanthus letouzeyanus prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Oxyanthus letouzeyanus?

Oxyanthus letouzeyanus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Oxyanthus genus

Oxyanthus barensis, Oxyanthus bremekampii, Oxyanthus brevicaulis, Oxyanthus dubius, Oxyanthus formosus, Oxyanthus goetzei, Oxyanthus gracilis, Oxyanthus haerdii, Oxyanthus latifolius, Oxyanthus laxiflorus, Oxyanthus ledermannii, Oxyanthus lepidus, Oxyanthus letouzeyanus, Oxyanthus mayumbensis, Oxyanthus montanus, Oxyanthus nangensis, Oxyanthus okuensis, Oxyanthus oliganthus, Oxyanthus pallidus, Oxyanthus pyriformis, Oxyanthus querimbensis, Oxyanthus racemosus, Oxyanthus robbrechtianus, Oxyanthus schumannianus, Oxyanthus setosus, Oxyanthus smithii, Oxyanthus speciosus, Oxyanthus subpunctatus, Oxyanthus troupinii, Oxyanthus tubiflorus, Oxyanthus ugandensis, Oxyanthus unilocularis, Oxyanthus zanguebaricus, Oxyanthus racemosa, Oxyanthus andjigae, Oxyanthus doucetii, Oxyanthus lewisii, Oxyanthus biflorus, Oxyanthus strigosus,

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,

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