Status:
valid
Authors:
Loeuille & D.J.N.Hind
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67(1): 12 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318436
Common Names
- Piptolepis schultziana
- Schultziana
- Piptolepis
Description
Piptolepis schultziana (also called Piptolepis schultziana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and is typically found growing on trees. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Piptolepis schultziana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piptolepis schultziana has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Piptolepis schultziana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is best to prune the plant after flowering to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Piptolepis schultziana
Piptolepis schultziana can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Piptolepis schultziana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Piptolepis schultziana?
Piptolepis schultziana
What is the common name of Piptolepis schultziana?
Schultz's Piptolepis
Where is Piptolepis schultziana found?
Piptolepis schultziana is found in the Caribbean and Central America
Species in the Piptolepis genus
Piptolepis glaziouana,
Piptolepis gardneri,
Piptolepis leptospermoides,
Piptolepis imbricata,
Piptolepis oleaster,
Piptolepis ericoides,
Piptolepis buxoides,
Piptolepis monticola,
Piptolepis schultziana,
Piptolepis campestris,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,