Mastixia cuspidata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 256 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237921
Common Names
- Mastixia cuspidata
- Cuspidata Mastixia
- Cuspidata Chinese Wax Tree
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- Mastixia bracteata C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Mastixia pentandra cuspidata (Blume) Miq. [unknown]
Description
Mastixia cuspidata (also called Cuspidata Mastixia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in humid forests at elevations of 0 to 1,000 meters. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 meters tall.
Uses & Benefits
Mastixia cuspidata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for cut flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastixia cuspidata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastixia cuspidata is a shrub native to tropical Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by cuttings in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place in a moist, well-draining medium.
Where to Find Mastixia cuspidata
Mastixia cuspidata is native to Southeast Asia.
Mastixia cuspidata FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Mastixia cuspidata?
Mastixia cuspidata prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C)
What is the ideal humidity for Mastixia cuspidata?
Mastixia cuspidata prefers a humidity level of 50-70%
What type of soil should I use for Mastixia cuspidata?
Mastixia cuspidata prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix
Species in the Mastixia genus
Mastixia arborea, Mastixia caudatilimba, Mastixia congylos, Mastixia cuspidata, Mastixia eugenioides, Mastixia euonymoides, Mastixia glauca, Mastixia kaniensis, Mastixia macrocarpa, Mastixia montana, Mastixia nimalii, Mastixia octandra, Mastixia parviflora, Mastixia pentandra, Mastixia rostrata, Mastixia tetrandra, Mastixia tetrapetala, Mastixia trichophylla, Mastixia trichotoma, Mastixia microcarpa,
Species in the Nyssaceae family
Camptotheca acuminata, Camptotheca lowreyana, Davidia involucrata, Diplopanax vietnamensis, Diplopanax stachyanthus, Mastixia arborea, Mastixia caudatilimba, Mastixia congylos, Mastixia cuspidata, Mastixia eugenioides, Mastixia euonymoides, Mastixia glauca, Mastixia kaniensis, Mastixia macrocarpa, Mastixia montana, Mastixia nimalii, Mastixia octandra, Mastixia parviflora, Mastixia pentandra, Mastixia rostrata, Mastixia tetrandra, Mastixia tetrapetala, Mastixia trichophylla, Mastixia trichotoma, Mastixia microcarpa, Nyssa aquatica, Nyssa bifida, Nyssa biflora, Nyssa javanica, Nyssa ogeche, Nyssa sinensis, Nyssa sylvatica, Nyssa talamancana, Nyssa ursina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-122077: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.