Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
racemosus
ID:
262482

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach. & Thonn.) Keay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 28: 42 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261814

Common Names

  • Oxyanthus racemosus
  • Racemosus Oxyanthus
  • Clustered Oxyanthus

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Synonyms

  • Oxyanthus hirsutus DC. [valid]
  • Oxyanthus rubiflorus Hiern [valid]
  • Oxyanthus sulcatus Hiern [valid]
  • Oxyanthus thonningii Benth. [valid]
  • Ucriana racemosa Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]
  • Gardenia hirsuta (DC.) Linden [valid]

Description

Oxyanthus racemosus (also called 'Racemose oxyanthus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in grassland, savanna, and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxyanthus racemosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxyanthus racemosus 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 racemosus 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 racemosus

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

Oxyanthus racemosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxyanthus racemosus?

Oxyanthus racemosus

What is the common name of Oxyanthus racemosus?

Racemosus Oxyanthus

What is the natural habitat of Oxyanthus racemosus?

Tropical rainforest

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144985: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.