Schaefferia dietheri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dietheri
ID:
1293425
Status:
valid
Authors:
Herter
Source:
tro
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Revista Sudamer. Bot. 6: 155 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292763
Common Names
- Diether's Schaefferia
- Diether's Schaefferia Tree
- Diether's Schaefferia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schaefferia dietheri (also called Dietheri, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has an upright growth habit with dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Schaefferia dietheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schaefferia dietheri has small, yellow flowers that produce small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schaefferia dietheri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Schaefferia dietheri
Schaefferia dietheri is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo, Puebla, and Veracruz.
Schaefferia dietheri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schaefferia dietheri?
Schaefferia dietheri
What is the family of Schaefferia dietheri?
Celastraceae
What is the native range of Schaefferia dietheri?
South Africa
Species in the Schaefferia genus
Schaefferia oaxacana, Schaefferia pilosa, Schaefferia stenophylla, Schaefferia obovata, Schaefferia ephedroides, Schaefferia frutescens, Schaefferia angustifolia, Schaefferia serrata, Schaefferia shrevei, Schaefferia cuneifolia, Schaefferia argentinensis, Schaefferia lottiae, Schaefferia ovatifolia, Schaefferia dietheri, Schaefferia marchii,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-6600821: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Gustav Franz Herter (1884-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herter' in the authors string.