Psydrax sepikensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.P.Davis
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 157: 120 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626539
Common Names
- Psydrax sepikensis
- Sepik Rock-Rose
- Rock-Rose
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- Plectronia grandifolia Valeton [unknown]
Description
Psydrax sepikensis (also called 'Sepik Pigeonwood, among many other common names) is a large tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to New Guinea, where it is found in lowland and montane rainforests. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Psydrax sepikensis 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 sepikensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psydrax sepikensis 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 sepikensis
Psydrax sepikensis is native to Papua New Guinea.
Psydrax sepikensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psydrax sepikensis?
Psydrax sepikensis
What is the common name of Psydrax sepikensis?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Psydrax sepikensis?
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-274335: Based on the initial data import
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.