Schaefferia shrevei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shrevei
ID:
1293234
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
tro
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 4: 16 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292572
Common Names
- Shreve's Schaefferia
- Shreve's Schaefferia Tree
- Shreve's Schaefferia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schaefferia shrevei (also called Shreve's Schaefferia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Celastraceae family. It is a small tree or shrub, usually growing to a height of 5–7 m. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Schaefferia shrevei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schaefferia shrevei has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and covered in fine hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schaefferia shrevei is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Schaefferia shrevei
Schaefferia shrevei can be found in South America.
Schaefferia shrevei FAQ
What is the common name of Schaefferia shrevei?
Shreve's Schaefferia
What is the scientific name of Shreve's Schaefferia?
Schaefferia shrevei
What is the family of Schaefferia shrevei?
Rhamnaceae
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-6600266: Based on the initial data import
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.