Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robbrechtianus
ID:
262483

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonké

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 63: 397 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261815

Common Names

  • Oxyanthus robbrechtianus
  • Robbrechtianus Oxyanthus
  • Robbrecht's Oxyanthus

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Description

Oxyanthus robbrechtianus (also called 'Robbrecht's 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 robbrechtianus 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 robbrechtianus 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 robbrechtianus 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 robbrechtianus

Oxyanthus robbrechtianus is native to Angola.

Oxyanthus robbrechtianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxyanthus robbrechtianus?

Oxyanthus robbrechtianus

What is the common name of Oxyanthus robbrechtianus?

Robbrechtianus Oxyanthus

What is the natural habitat of Oxyanthus robbrechtianus?

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,

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