Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pierre ex Pit.) Utteridge & A.P.Davis
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 64: 751 (2009 publ. 2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000918366
Common Names
- Pycnandra atrofusca
- Atrofusca Pycnandra
- Pycnandra Atrofusca
Description
Pyrostria cochinchinensis (also called Cochinchina Pyrostria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub with a spreading habit and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found growing in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pyrostria cochinchinensis is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pyrostria cochinchinensis are small and yellow. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pyrostria cochinchinensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Pyrostria cochinchinensis
Pycnandra atrofusca is native to New Caledonia and can be found in the rainforests.
Species in the Pyrostria genus
Pyrostria affinis,
Pyrostria alaotrensis,
Pyrostria alluaudii,
Pyrostria amporoforensis,
Pyrostria analamazaotrensis,
Pyrostria andilanensis,
Pyrostria angustifolia,
Pyrostria anjouanensis,
Pyrostria ankazobeensis,
Pyrostria bibracteata,
Pyrostria bispathacea,
Pyrostria breonii,
Pyrostria chapmanii,
Pyrostria commersonii,
Pyrostria cordifolia,
Pyrostria fasciculata,
Pyrostria ferruginea,
Pyrostria hystrix,
Pyrostria lobulata,
Pyrostria macrophylla,
Pyrostria madagascariensis,
Pyrostria major,
Pyrostria media,
Pyrostria orbicularis,
Pyrostria phyllanthoidea,
Pyrostria pseudocommersonii,
Pyrostria sarodranensis,
Pyrostria socotrana,
Pyrostria urschii,
Pyrostria uzungwaensis,
Pyrostria variistipula,
Pyrostria viburnoides,
Pyrostria inflata,
Pyrostria isomonensis,
Pyrostria italyensis,
Pyrostria pendula,
Pyrostria serpentina,
Pyrostria ixorifolia,
Pyrostria richardiae,
Pyrostria revoluta,
Pyrostria perrieri,
Pyrostria oleifolia,
Pyrostria neriifolia,
Pyrostria louvelii,
Pyrostria longiflora,
Pyrostria capuronii,
Pyrostria asosa,
Pyrostria antsirananensis,
Pyrostria antsalovensis,
Pyrostria ankaranensis,
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,