Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyriformis
ID:
262478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Skeels

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bur. Pl. Industr. U.S.D.A. 1912: 248 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261810

Common Names

  • Oxyanthus pyriformis
  • Pyriform Oxyanthus
  • Pear-shaped Oxyanthus

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Synonyms

  • Megacarpha pyriformis Hochst. [valid]
  • Oxyanthus natalensis Sond. [illegitimate]

Description

Oxyanthus pyriformis (also called Pear-shaped 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 pyriformis is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxyanthus pyriformis sub. pyriformis
Oxyanthus pyriformis sub. brevitubus Bridson
Oxyanthus pyriformis sub. longitubus Bridson
Oxyanthus pyriformis sub. tanganyikensis Bridson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxyanthus pyriformis has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxyanthus pyriformis is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 m tall. It is propagated by seeds. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Oxyanthus pyriformis

Oxyanthus pyriformis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Oxyanthus pyriformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxyanthus pyriformis?

Oxyanthus pyriformis

What is the family of Oxyanthus pyriformis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Oxyanthus pyriformis?

Pyriformis Oxyanthus

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,

References