Status:
valid
Authors:
Arriola & Alejandro
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 149: 28 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338451
Common Names
- Puberulus Psydrax
- Puberulus Psydrax Tree
- Psydrax puberulus
Description
Psydrax puberulus (also called Hairy Psydrax, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has small, oval leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psydrax puberulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Psydrax puberulus flower is a small, white, tubular flower with a diameter of 0.2-0.4 inches. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psydrax puberulus can be propagated from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Psydrax puberulus
Psydrax puberulus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Psydrax puberulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psydrax puberulus?
Psydrax puberulus
What is the common name of Psydrax puberulus?
Puberulus Psydrax
What is the natural habitat of Psydrax puberulus?
Psydrax puberulus is found in tropical forests of Central and South America
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
Axel H. Arriola: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arriola' in the authors string.