Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
ovata
ID:
494813

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
ksu

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh New Philos. J. 9: 95 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000494145



Common Names

  • Ovate Schizomeria
  • Schizomeria ovata
  • Ovate Mountain Schizomeria


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Synonyms

  • Ceratopetalum ovatum Caley ex D.Don [unknown]

Description

Schizomeria ovata (also called Smooth Schizomeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Australia and New Guinea, and is found in rainforests. It is a small tree, with a stem up to 10 m tall and leaves up to 30 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Schizomeria ovata is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a houseplant in many parts of the world.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schizomeria ovata is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval shape. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizomeria ovata is a terrestrial bromeliad that can be propagated by division. It is grown in full sun and requires well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is hardy to USDA zones 10-11.

Where to Find Schizomeria ovata

Schizomeria ovata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Schizomeria ovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizomeria ovata?

Schizomeria ovata

What type of plant is Schizomeria ovata?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Schizomeria ovata found?

It is found in Central America

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,