Status:
valid
Authors:
(Speg.) Speg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Anal. Mus. Buenos Aires ix. (1903) 8.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000734124
Common Names
- Schickendantziella trichosepala
- Hairy-sepaled Schickendantziella
- Hairy-sepaled False Foxglove
Synonyms
- Schickendantzia trichosepala Speg. [unknown]
Description
Schickendantziella trichosepala (also called 'Hairy Schickendantziella' among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a rosette habit and is characterized by its hairy leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist habitats such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Schickendantziella trichosepala is used as an ornamental plant for its fragrant flowers and evergreen foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schickendantziella trichosepala has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schickendantziella trichosepala is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6-8 inches long. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and place them in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the pot in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cuttings should root in about 6-8 weeks.
Where to Find Schickendantziella trichosepala
Schickendantziella trichosepala is native to Australia and can be found in the forests of south-western Victoria.
Schickendantziella trichosepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schickendantziella trichosepala?
Schickendantziella trichosepala
What is the common name of Schickendantziella trichosepala?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Schickendantziella trichosepala?
It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Schickendantziella genus
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
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Agapanthus coddii,
Agapanthus inapertus,
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Allium abramsii,
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Allium aciphyllum,
Allium acuminatum,
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Allium afghanicum,
Allium aflatunense,
Allium agrigentinum,
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Allium alabasicum,
Allium alaicum,
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Allium albotunicatum,
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Allium alpinarii,
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