Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
attenuata
ID:
1293085

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.L.Wagner, Weller & A.K.Sakai

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 187 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292423



Common Names

  • Schiedea attenuata
  • Attenuate Schiedea
  • Hawaiian Schiedea


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Description

Schiedea attenuata (also called attenuate schiedea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Hawaii. It is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Schiedea attenuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schiedea attenuata has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schiedea attenuata is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm and the seeds should germinate in a few weeks. For division, dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections. Replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist and warm.

Where to Find Schiedea attenuata

Schiedea attenuata can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Schiedea attenuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schiedea attenuata?

Schiedea attenuata

What type of plant is Schiedea attenuata?

Herb

Where is Schiedea attenuata found?

Hawaii

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 tro-6303645: Based on the initial data import
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Stephen G. Weller (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weller' in the authors string.
Ann K. Sakai: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Sakai' in the authors string.