Schaefferia oaxacana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oaxacana
ID:
436197
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 13: 7 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435529
Common Names
- Schaefferia oaxacana
- Oaxacana Schaefferia
- Mexican Schaefferia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schaefferia oaxacana (also called Oaxacan Schaefferia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Schaefferia oaxacana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schaefferia oaxacana is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schaefferia oaxacana can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist soil in the spring and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in the spring and planted in moist soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Schaefferia oaxacana
Schaefferia oaxacana is native to Mexico.
Schaefferia oaxacana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schaefferia oaxacana?
Schaefferia oaxacana
What is the common name of Schaefferia oaxacana?
Oaxaca Schaefferia
What is the natural habitat of Schaefferia oaxacana?
Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands
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 kew-2480778: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.