Oxyceros pubicalyx - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.M.Wong
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Malayan Nat. J. 38: 40 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261872
Common Names
- Oxyceros pubicalyx
- Cock's Comb
- Cock's Comb Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oxyceros pubicalyx (also called Pubescent 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 pubicalyx 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 pubicalyx 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oxyceros pubicalyx is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Oxyceros pubicalyx
Oxyceros pubicalyx is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Oxyceros pubicalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxyceros pubicalyx?
Oxyceros pubicalyx
What is the growth habit of Oxyceros pubicalyx?
It is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.
What is the flowering season of Oxyceros pubicalyx?
It flowers in the summer and autumn months.
Species in the Oxyceros genus
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-145037: Based on the initial data import
Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.