Status:
valid
Authors:
Rollins
Source:
tro
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Rhodora 58: 152 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250970
Common Names
- Romanschulzia schistacea
- Schistacea Romanschulzia
- Romanschulzia
Description
Romanschulzia schistacea (also called 'Schistaceous Romanschulzia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Romanschulzia schistacea is used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and mammals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Romanschulzia schistacea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Romanschulzia schistacea is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. It can be grown in a well-draining potting mix with perlite or pumice added for extra drainage.
Where to Find Romanschulzia schistacea
Romanschulzia schistacea is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Romanschulzia schistacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Romanschulzia schistacea?
Romanschulzia schistacea
What is the common name of Romanschulzia schistacea?
Schistaceous romanschulzia
What is the natural habitat of Romanschulzia schistacea?
Tropical rainforests in Central and South America
Species in the Romanschulzia genus
Romanschulzia costaricensis,
Romanschulzia guerrerensis,
Romanschulzia alpina,
Romanschulzia apetala,
Romanschulzia elata,
Romanschulzia arabiformis,
Romanschulzia guatemalensis,
Romanschulzia mexicana,
Romanschulzia orizabae,
Romanschulzia subclavata,
Romanschulzia rzedowskii,
Romanschulzia meyeri,
Romanschulzia correllii,
Romanschulzia schistacea,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,