Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Species:
castaneifolia
ID:
1238468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
tro

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Skr. Naturhist.-Selsk. 6: 122 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237806

Common Names

  • Schumacheria castaneifolia
  • Castaneifolia Tree
  • Castaneifolia

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Description

Schumacheria castaneifolia (also called Chestnut-leaved Schumacheria, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree in the Schumacheriaceae family. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, tropical moist montane forests, and wet premontane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schumacheria castaneifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schumacheria castaneifolia has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schumacheria castaneifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Schumacheria castaneifolia

Schumacheria castaneifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Schumacheria castaneifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schumacheria castaneifolia?

Schumacheria castaneifolia

What is the common name of Schumacheria castaneifolia?

Chestnut-Leaved Schumacheria

What type of plant is Schumacheria castaneifolia?

Tropical tree

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,