Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
284864

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 29: 175 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284196

Common Names

  • Pseudopyxis heterophylla
  • Heterophyllous Pyxis
  • False Pyxis

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia heterophylla Miq. [valid]

Description

Pseudopyxis heterophylla (also called Variable Pyxis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudopyxis heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudopyxis heterophylla is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, glossy, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudopyxis heterophylla is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pseudopyxis heterophylla

Pseudopyxis heterophylla is native to the Caribbean, especially the Greater Antilles.

Pseudopyxis heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudopyxis heterophylla?

Pseudopyxis heterophylla

What is the common name of Pseudopyxis heterophylla?

Variable-leaved Pyxis

What is the natural habitat of Pseudopyxis heterophylla?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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