Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
horizontalis
ID:
288832

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum. & Thonn.) Bridson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 722 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288164

Common Names

  • Horizontal Rockrose
  • Rockrose
  • Horizontalis

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Synonyms

  • Phallaria horizontalis Schumach. [valid]
  • Plectronia anomocarpa (DC.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Plectronia caudatiflora (Hiern) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Canthium anomocarpum DC. [valid]
  • Canthium caudatiflorum Hiern [valid]
  • Canthium horizontale Hiern [illegitimate]

Description

Psydrax horizontalis (also called the horizontal dawdler, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and a single trunk. It is native to the tropical forests of East Africa and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psydrax horizontalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psydrax horizontalis has white flowers, small black seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psydrax horizontalis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Psydrax horizontalis

Psydrax horizontalis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Psydrax horizontalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psydrax horizontalis?

Psydrax horizontalis

What is the natural habitat of Psydrax horizontalis?

Psydrax horizontalis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What are the uses of Psydrax horizontalis?

Psydrax horizontalis is used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant.

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-170248: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.