Schizoglossum amatolicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amatolicum
ID:
432393
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hilliard
Source:
ksu
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 45: 182 (1988 publ. 1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431725
Common Names
- Amatolicum Schizoglossum
- Amatolicum Starcluster
- Amatolicum Starburst
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schizoglossum amatolicum (also called Amatolica Schizoglossum, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial, epiphytic shrub native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It grows in humid forests, often in the understory of taller trees. The plant has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Schizoglossum amatolicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schizoglossum amatolicum has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schizoglossum amatolicum is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Schizoglossum amatolicum
Schizoglossum amatolicum is native to the humid tropical forests of Central and South America.
Schizoglossum amatolicum FAQ
What are the ideal growing conditions for Schizoglossum amatolicum?
Schizoglossum amatolicum prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil.
What type of soil is best for Schizoglossum amatolicum?
Schizoglossum amatolicum prefers a soil that is well-draining and slightly acidic.
How often should Schizoglossum amatolicum be watered?
Schizoglossum amatolicum should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Schizoglossum genus
Schizoglossum rubiginosum, Schizoglossum graminifolium, Schizoglossum amatolicum, Schizoglossum angolense, Schizoglossum atropurpureum, Schizoglossum bidens, Schizoglossum cordifolium, Schizoglossum hamatum, Schizoglossum aschersonianum, Schizoglossum barbatum, Schizoglossum elingue, Schizoglossum flavum, Schizoglossum linifolium, Schizoglossum nitidum, Schizoglossum quadridens, Schizoglossum stenoglossum, Schizoglossum viridulum, Schizoglossum crassipes, Schizoglossum garcianum, Schizoglossum hilliardiae, Schizoglossum ingomense, Schizoglossum montanum, Schizoglossum peglerae, Schizoglossum singulare, Schizoglossum abyssinicum, Schizoglossum saccatum, Schizoglossum austromontanum,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:936710-1: Based on the initial data import