Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pycnostachya
ID:
1411416

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 181 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423881

Common Names

  • Oxytes pycnostachya
  • Dense-Spiked Oxytes
  • Pycnostachya Oxytes

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Description

Oxytes pycnostachya (also called Pycnostachys Oxytes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It grows in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, and subtropical or tropical dry montane grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytes pycnostachya is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytes pycnostachya is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytes pycnostachya is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or in a container.

Where to Find Oxytes pycnostachya

Oxytes pycnostachya is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Oxytes pycnostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytes pycnostachya?

Oxytes pycnostachya

What is the common name of Oxytes pycnostachya?

Dense-spiked Oxytes

Where is Oxytes pycnostachya native to?

South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.