Schinus pilifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilifera
ID:
1051902
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Johnst.
Source:
tro
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 19: 256 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001051240
Common Names
- Pilifera Schinus
- Schinus Pilifera
- Pilifera Schinus Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schinus pilifera (also called 'Hairy Schinus', among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Anacardiaceae. It is native to the eastern Mediterranean, where it is found in the mountains of Turkey and Lebanon. It typically grows in rocky, dry woodlands and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Schinus pilifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for timber and firewood.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Schinus piliferus var. cabrerae (F.A.Barkley) F.A.BarkleySchinus piliferus var. boliviensis (F.A.Barkley) F.A.Barkley
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schinus pilifera is white or pink in color, with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are short and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schinus pilifera is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. The seed should be soaked in water for 24 hours prior to planting. Once planted, the seed should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Schinus pilifera
Schinus pilifera is native to the tropical regions of South America.
Species in the Schinus genus
Schinus lentiscifolia, Schinus marchandii, Schinus polygama, Schinus sinuata, Schinus spinosa, Schinus terebinthifolia, Schinus molle, Schinus montana, Schinus patagonica, Schinus odonellii, Schinus bumelioides, Schinus ferox, Schinus johnstonii, Schinus latifolius, Schinus sinuatus, Schinus venturi, Schinus weinmannifolius, Schinus longifolius, Schinus microphyllus, Schinus pearcei, Schinus kauselii, Schinus patagonicus, Schinus velutinus, Schinus fasciculata, Schinus areira, Schinus lentiscifolius, Schinus meyeri, Schinus myrtifolia, Schinus pilifera, Schinus gracilipes, Schinus praecox, Schinus roigii, Schinus spinosus, Schinus engleri, Schinus ramboi,
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-1300911: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.