Sclerochiton tanzaniensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tanzaniensis
ID:
1270494
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vollesen
Source:
tro
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 46: 33 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269832
Common Names
- Sclerochiton tanzaniensis
- Tanzaniensis Sclerochiton
- Tanzaniensis's Sclerochiton
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sclerochiton tanzaniensis (also called Tanzanian Sclerochiton, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the mountains of eastern Africa. It grows in moist forests, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its thick, woody stems.
Uses & Benefits
Sclerochiton tanzaniensis is an ornamental plant that can be used to create a lush, tropical look in gardens. It is also known to be drought tolerant and can be used as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sclerochiton tanzaniensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sclerochiton tanzaniensis can be propagated from cuttings or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 to 11.
Where to Find Sclerochiton tanzaniensis
Sclerochiton tanzaniensis is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Species in the Sclerochiton genus
Sclerochiton nitidus, Sclerochiton vogelii, Sclerochiton bequaertii, Sclerochiton apiculatus, Sclerochiton hirsutus, Sclerochiton caeruleus, Sclerochiton harveyanus, Sclerochiton ilicifolius, Sclerochiton odoratissimus, Sclerochiton triacanthus, Sclerochiton obtusisepalus, Sclerochiton boivinii, Sclerochiton preussii, Sclerochiton glandulosissimus, Sclerochiton tanzaniensis, Sclerochiton uluguruensis, Sclerochiton kirkii, Sclerochiton insignis,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.