Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
schmitzii
ID:
308109

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Léonard) Kruijt & Roebers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 146: 26 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307441



Common Names

  • Sclerocroton Schmitzii
  • Schmitz's Sclerocroton
  • Schmitz's Sclerocroton Tree


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Synonyms

  • Sapium schmitzii J.Léonard [unknown]

Description

Sclerocroton schmitzii (also called Schmitz's Sclerocroton, Schmitz's Croton, and Schmitz's, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a shrub with oblong leaves, which are usually a dark green color.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerocroton schmitzii is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The timber is used for furniture, construction, and carving. The leaves are used for animal fodder and the fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sclerocroton schmitzii has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have linear to oblong leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerocroton schmitzii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Sclerocroton schmitzii

Sclerocroton schmitzii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sclerocroton schmitzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerocroton schmitzii?

Sclerocroton schmitzii

What are the common names for Sclerocroton schmitzii?

Schmitz's croton

What is the growth rate of Sclerocroton schmitzii?

Slow to moderate

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-188726: Based on the initial data import
Robert C. Kruijt (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kruijt' in the authors string.
G.J. Roebers: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roebers' in the authors string.