Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griff.) Tirveng.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 3: 466 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261856
Common Names
- Oxyceros bispinosus
- Bispinosus Oxyceros
- Two-spined Oxyceros
Synonyms
- Oxyceros curtisii (King & Gamble) K.M.Wong [valid]
- Oxyceros fragrantissimus (Ridl.) K.M.Wong [valid]
- Randia bispinosa (Griff.) Craib [valid]
- Randia curtisii King & Gamble [valid]
- Randia fragrantissima Ridl. [valid]
- Randia incurva Ridl. [valid]
- Randia junghuhniana (Miq.) Bakh.f. [valid]
- Randia longiflora harmandiana Pierre ex Pit. [valid]
- Randia uncaria Elmer [unknown]
- Randia williamsii Elmer [valid]
- Stylocoryna bispinosa Griff. [valid]
- Stylocoryna junghuhniana Miq. [valid]
- Webera junghuhniana Boerl. [valid]
Description
Oxyceros bispinosus (also called Two-spined Oxyceros, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Oxyceros bispinosus is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oxyceros bispinosus has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxyceros bispinosus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, bright location until established.
Where to Find Oxyceros bispinosus
Oxyceros bispinosus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Oxyceros bispinosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxyceros bispinosus?
Oxyceros bispinosus
What is the family of Oxyceros bispinosus?
Arecaceae
What is the common name of Oxyceros bispinosus?
Bispinosus Oxyceros
Species in the Oxyceros genus
Oxyceros bispinosus,
Oxyceros horridus,
Oxyceros kunstleri,
Oxyceros longiflorus,
Oxyceros penangianus,
Oxyceros pubicalyx,
Oxyceros rugulosus,
Oxyceros vidalii,
Oxyceros drupaceus,
Oxyceros jasminiflorus,
Oxyceros patulus,
Oxyceros kesslerianus,
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,