Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Crossosomatales
Species:
oblongifolius
ID:
1224485

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang

Source:
tro

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 1: 326 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001223823

Common Names

  • Stachyurus oblongifolius
  • Oblong-leaved Stachyurus
  • Oblongifolius Stachyurus

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Description

Stachyurus oblongifolius (also called Oblongifolius Stachyurus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stachyurus oblongifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stachyurus oblongifolius are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachyurus oblongifolius is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub with a creeping, mat-forming habit. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is easy to propagate by stem cuttings. To propagate, take stem cuttings in spring or summer and place them in a pot filled with moist, well-draining potting soil. Place the pot in a warm, bright location and keep the soil moist. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Stachyurus oblongifolius

Stachyurus oblongifolius is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.

Stachyurus oblongifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachyurus oblongifolius?

Stachyurus oblongifolius

What is the common name of Stachyurus oblongifolius?

Oblong-Leafed Stachyurus

What is the natural habitat of Stachyurus oblongifolius?

Forests, thickets, and ravines in China, Japan, and Korea

References

Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:821866-1: Based on the initial data import