Schiedea amplexicaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
439024
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Mann
Source:
cmp
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Proc. Boston Soc. Nat. Hist. 10: 310 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438356
Common Names
- Schiedea Amplexicaulis
- Hawaiian Schiedea
- Clasping Schiedea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schiedea amplexicaulis (also called 'Clasping Schiedea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to Hawaii, and is found in dry and rocky habitats such as mountains and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Schiedea amplexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Schiedea amplexicaulis are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schiedea amplexicaulis is a perennial that prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 1-2 feet apart.
Where to Find Schiedea amplexicaulis
Schiedea amplexicaulis can be found in Hawaii.
Schiedea amplexicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schiedea amplexicaulis?
Schiedea amplexicaulis
What is the natural habitat of Schiedea amplexicaulis?
Dry shrublands of Hawaii
What are the common names of Schiedea amplexicaulis?
Hawaiian Schiedea, Amplexicaul Schiedea
Species in the Schiedea genus
Schiedea stellarioides, Schiedea amplexicaulis, Schiedea implexa, Schiedea helleri, Schiedea apokremnos, Schiedea diffusa, Schiedea hawaiiensis, Schiedea hookeri, Schiedea kealiae, Schiedea ligustrina, Schiedea lychnoides, Schiedea lydgatei, Schiedea mannii, Schiedea membranacea, Schiedea menziesii, Schiedea remyi, Schiedea salicaria, Schiedea verticillata, Schiedea attenuata,
Species in the Caryophyllaceae family
Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2485097: Based on the initial data import
Horace Mann Junior (1844-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Mann' in the authors string.