Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
799997

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) S.T.Reynolds & R.J.F.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 829 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000799331

Common Names

  • Suaveolens Psydrax
  • Psydrax suaveolens
  • Smooth Psydrax

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Description

Psydrax suaveolens (also called Suaveolens Psydrax, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in moist forests, often near streams, and can reach a height of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are oblong and have a glossy texture.

Uses & Benefits

Psydrax suaveolens 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Psydrax suaveolens are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psydrax suaveolens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Psydrax suaveolens

Psydrax suaveolens can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Psydrax suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psydrax suaveolens?

Psydrax suaveolens

What is the common name of Psydrax suaveolens?

Sweet-smelling Psydrax

What is the natural habitat of Psydrax suaveolens?

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-337764: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' 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.