Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
multiflora
ID:
734757

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 274 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000734090



Common Names

  • Schelhammera multiflora
  • Many-flowered Schelhammera
  • Many-flowered False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Kreysigia multiflora (R.Br.) Rchb. [unknown]
  • Parduyna multiflora (R.Br.) Salisb. ex Dandy [unknown]

Description

Schelhammera multiflora (also called 'Many-flowered Schelhammera' among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a rosette habit and is characterized by its linear leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist habitats such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Schelhammera multiflora is used as an ornamental plant for its fragrant flowers and evergreen foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schelhammera multiflora has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schelhammera multiflora is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6-8 inches long. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and place them in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the pot in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cuttings should root in about 6-8 weeks.

Where to Find Schelhammera multiflora

Schelhammera multiflora is native to Australia and can be found in the forests of south-western Victoria.

Schelhammera multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schelhammera multiflora?

Schelhammera multiflora

What is the common name of Schelhammera multiflora?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Schelhammera multiflora?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Schelhammera genus

Species in the Colchicaceae family

Baeometra uniflora, Baeometra uniflora, Burchardia bairdiae, Burchardia congesta, Burchardia monantha, Burchardia multiflora, Burchardia rosea, Burchardia umbellata, Camptorrhiza indica, Camptorrhiza strumosa, Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-286954: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.