Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
bidens
ID:
1103113

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
tro

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr. : 220 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001102451



Common Names

  • Bidentate Schizoglossum
  • Bidentate Schizoglossum
  • Bidentate Schizoglossum


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Description

Schizoglossum bidens (also called Two-Toothed Schizoglossum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in open, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Schizoglossum bidens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Schizoglossum bidens sub. atrorubens (Schltr.) Kupicha
Schizoglossum bidens sub. bidens
Schizoglossum bidens sub. galpinii (Schltr.) Kupicha
Schizoglossum bidens sub. gracile Kupicha
Schizoglossum bidens sub. pachyglossum (Schltr.) Kupicha
Schizoglossum bidens sub. productum (N.E.Br.) Kupicha
Schizoglossum bidens sub. hirtum Kupicha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schizoglossum bidens has yellow-green flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizoglossum bidens is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but prefers regular watering. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Schizoglossum bidens

Schizoglossum bidens can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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