Status:
valid
Authors:
Achound. & Onana
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 53: 1009 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526008
Common Names
- Allexis zygomorpha
- Zygomorpha Allexis
- Zygomorpha-Allexis
Description
Allexis zygomorpha (also called Zygomorpha Allexis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in lowland and montane forests. It is a small shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. Its bark is grey-brown and smooth, and its leaves are glossy and dark green.
Uses & Benefits
Allexis zygomorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Allexis zygomorpha has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allexis zygomorpha is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Pruning can be done in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Allexis zygomorpha
Allexis zygomorpha is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, tropical forests.
Allexis zygomorpha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allexis zygomorpha?
Allexis zygomorpha
What is the common name of Allexis zygomorpha?
Zygomorphic Allexis
What is the natural habitat of Allexis zygomorpha?
Tropical moist forests
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Agatea veillonii,
Agatea violaris,
Allexis batangae,
Allexis cauliflora,
Allexis obanensis,
Allexis zygomorpha,
Amphirrhox grandifolia,
Amphirrhox longifolia,
Anchietea exalata,
Anchietea frangulifolia,
Anchietea peruviana,
Anchietea pyrifolia,
Anchietea raimondii,
Anchietea selloviana,
Anchietea suma,
Anchietea ferrucciae,
Anchietea ballardii,
Calyptrion arboreum,
Calyptrion carthagenense,
Calyptrion pubescens,
Calyptrion volubile,
Decorsella paradoxa,
Fusispermum laxiflorum,
Fusispermum minutiflorum,
Fusispermum rubrolignosum,
Hybanthopsis bahiensis,
Hybanthus albus,
Hybanthus austrocaledonicus,
Hybanthus caledonicus,
Hybanthus cymulosus,
Hybanthus debilissimus,
Hybanthus domingensis,
Hybanthus durus,
Hybanthus epacroides,
Hybanthus galeottii,
Hybanthus graminifolius,
Hybanthus havanensis,
Hybanthus heterosepalus,
Hybanthus leptopus,
Hybanthus leucanthus,
Hybanthus micranthus,
Hybanthus mossamedensis,
Hybanthus paraguariensis,
Hybanthus parviflorus,