Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflorus
ID:
262534

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) T.Yamaz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 45: 339 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261866

Common Names

  • Oxyceros longiflorus
  • Long-flowered Oxyceros
  • Long-flower Oxyceros

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Synonyms

  • Posoqueria longiflora Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Pseudixora javanica Miq. [valid]
  • Pseudixora zollingeriana Miq. [valid]
  • Randia cupia Steud. [valid]
  • Randia euacantha Boerl. [valid]
  • Randia longiflora Lam. [valid]
  • Randia multiflora Koord. & Valeton [valid]
  • Solena multiflora (Blume) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Solena scandens (Roxb.) D.Dietr. [valid]
  • Webera bispinosa Kurz [valid]
  • Webera longiflora Kurz [valid]
  • Webera oppositifolia floribunda Kurz [valid]
  • Webera scandens Roxb. [valid]
  • Randia longiflora ovoidea Pit. [valid]
  • Canthium angulosum Wall. [invalid]
  • Paederia bodinieri H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Cupia scandens DC. [valid]
  • Gardenia multiflora Willd. [illegitimate]
  • Griffithia eucantha Korth. [valid]
  • Griffithia longiflora Korth. [valid]
  • Griffithia palembanica Miq. [valid]
  • Aidia oppositifolia floribunda (Kurz) Alam & S.N.Uddin [valid]

Description

Oxyceros longiflorus (also called Long-flowered oxyceros, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and parts of China, and it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oxyceros longiflorus is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxyceros longiflorus is yellow, with a red center and a pinkish tinge. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxyceros longiflorus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Oxyceros longiflorus

Oxyceros longiflorus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Oxyceros longiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxyceros longiflorus?

Oxyceros longiflorus

What is the growth habit of Oxyceros longiflorus?

It is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

What is the flowering season of Oxyceros longiflorus?

It flowers in the summer and autumn months.

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-145031: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Takasi Yamazaki (1921-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yamaz.' in the authors string.