Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplifolius
ID:
627205

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elmer) A.P.Davis

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 157: 120 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626537

Common Names

  • Psydrax amplifolius
  • Amplified-Leaf Rock-Rose
  • Rock-Rose

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Synonyms

  • Plectronia amplifolia Elmer [unknown]

Description

Psydrax amplifolius (also called 'Kaua'i 'Ohe, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is found in mesic and wet forests at elevations of 0-1000 m. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Psydrax amplifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psydrax amplifolius has white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown, round-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psydrax amplifolius is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are 10-15 cm tall. The plants prefer full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied in spring and summer.

Where to Find Psydrax amplifolius

Psydrax amplifolius is native to tropical Africa.

Psydrax amplifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psydrax amplifolius?

Psydrax amplifolius

What is the common name of Psydrax amplifolius?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Psydrax amplifolius?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Psydrax genus

Psydrax acutiflorus, Psydrax ankotekonensis, Psydrax arnoldianus, Psydrax austro-orientalis, Psydrax bathieanus, Psydrax dicoccos, Psydrax dunlapii, Psydrax esirensis, Psydrax faulknerae, Psydrax ficiformis, Psydrax fragrantissimus, Psydrax gilletii, Psydrax grandifolius, Psydrax graniticola, Psydrax horizontalis, Psydrax kaessneri, Psydrax kibuwae, Psydrax kingii, Psydrax kraussioides, Psydrax lamprophylla, Psydrax lividus, Psydrax locuples, Psydrax lynesii, Psydrax maingayi, Psydrax manambyanus, Psydrax manensis, Psydrax martinii, Psydrax micans, Psydrax moandensis, Psydrax moggii, Psydrax montanus, Psydrax mutimushii, Psydrax nitidus, Psydrax obovatus, Psydrax occidentalis, Psydrax odorata, Psydrax palmus, Psydrax parviflorus, Psydrax pergracilis, Psydrax polhillii, Psydrax recurvifolius, Psydrax richardsiae, Psydrax robertsoniae, Psydrax sambiranensis, Psydrax schimperianus, Psydrax shuguriensis, Psydrax splendens, Psydrax subcordatus, Psydrax umbellata, Psydrax virgatus,

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-274334: Based on the initial data import
Adolph Daniel Edward Elmer (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elmer' in the authors string.
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.