Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
schidosperma
ID:
426201

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 8: 500 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000425533



Common Names

  • Schidosperma Fosterella
  • Fosterella
  • Fosterella Spectabilis


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Synonyms

  • Schidospermum sanseviera Griseb. [unknown]
  • Chlorophytum schidospermum Baker [unknown]

Description

Fosterella schidosperma (also called Schidosperma Fosterella, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 10 cm in height. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate and its flowers are white. It grows in sunny and dry places, such as meadows, roadsides and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Fosterella schidosperma is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds for its attractive foliage and bright orange flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, such as headaches, colds, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Fosterella schidosperma var. schidosperma
Fosterella schidosperma var. vestita L.B.Sm. & Read

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fosterella schidosperma has small, blue to purple flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fosterella schidosperma is a slow-growing, clumping plant that can be propagated by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but may require more frequent watering. It can be propagated from seed, but it is a slow process and may take up to two years for the plant to reach maturity.

Where to Find Fosterella schidosperma

Fosterella schidosperma can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Fosterella schidosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fosterella schidosperma?

Fosterella schidosperma

What is the common name of Fosterella schidosperma?

Fosterella

What is the natural habitat of Fosterella schidosperma?

Fosterella schidosperma is native to the Andes mountains of Peru and Bolivia

Species in the Fosterella genus

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:105410-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].