Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
attenuatus
ID:
799968

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br. ex Benth.) S.T.Reynolds & R.J.F.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 857 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000799302

Common Names

  • Psydrax attenuatus
  • Slender-leaved Psydrax
  • Slender Psydrax

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Description

Psydrax attenuatus (also called Attenuatus Psydrax, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in wet forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Psydrax attenuatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and colds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psydrax attenuata var. myrmecophila S.T.Reynolds & R.J.F.Hend.
Psydrax attenatus for. megalantha S.T.Reynolds & R.J.F.Hend.
Psydrax attenatus var. tenella S.T.Reynolds & R.J.F.Hend.
Psydrax attenuatus var. attenuatus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psydrax attenuatus has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psydrax attenuatus is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Psydrax attenuatus

Psydrax attenuatus can be found in the tropical forests of Africa.

Psydrax attenuatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psydrax attenuatus?

Psydrax attenuatus

What is the common name of Psydrax attenuatus?

Slender-leaved Psydrax

What is the natural habitat of Psydrax attenuatus?

Dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands

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-337730: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Rodney Henderson (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.F.Hend.' in the authors string.
Sally T. Reynolds (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Reynolds' in the authors string.