Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Bridson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 724 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288170
Common Names
- Lamprophyllous Rockrose
- Rockrose
- Lamprophylla
Synonyms
- Canthium lamprophyllum F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Psydrax lamprophylla (also called the glossy-leaved 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 lamprophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Psydrax lamprophylla for. lamprophylla
Psydrax lamprophylla for. latissima S.T.Reynolds & R.J.F.Hend.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psydrax lamprophylla has white flowers, small black seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psydrax lamprophylla 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 lamprophylla
Psydrax lamprophylla can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Psydrax lamprophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psydrax lamprophylla?
Psydrax lamprophylla
What is the common name of Psydrax lamprophylla?
Shiny-leaved false daphne
What is the natural habitat of Psydrax lamprophylla?
Dry, rocky slopes in the Hawaiian Islands
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,