Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
accrescens
ID:
1329817

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Killip & J.F.Macbr.) Trethowan & R.Clark

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa204: 240 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342271



Common Names

  • Schnella accrescens
  • Accrescent Schnella
  • Accrescent Schnella


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Description

Schnella accrescens (also called the Accrescent Schnella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Schnella accrescens is used as an ornamental plant, as it has showy white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schnella accrescens has small, yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schnella accrescens is a perennial herb with a rhizomatous root system. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought.

Where to Find Schnella accrescens

Schnella accrescens can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Schnella accrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schnella accrescens?

Schnella accrescens

What type of plant is Schnella accrescens?

Herb

Where does Schnella accrescens grow?

South America

Species in the Schnella genus

Schnella glabra, Schnella herrerae, Schnella hymenaeifolia, Schnella microstachya, Schnella stenoloba, Schnella smilacina, Schnella umbriana, Schnella macrostachya, Schnella lilacina, Schnella maximiliani, Schnella poiteauana, Schnella trichosepala, Schnella alata, Schnella altiscandens, Schnella anamesa, Schnella angulosa, Schnella carvalhoi, Schnella confertiflora, Schnella cupreonitens, Schnella erythrantha, Schnella grazielae, Schnella guianensis, Schnella klugii, Schnella kunthiana, Schnella longiseta, Schnella outimouta, Schnella platycalyx, Schnella porphyrotricha, Schnella pterocalyx, Schnella reflexa, Schnella riedeliana, Schnella siqueirae, Schnella sprucei, Schnella surinamensis, Schnella uleana, Schnella vestita, Schnella bahiachalensis, Schnella accrescens, Schnella guentheri, Schnella hirsutissima, Schnella scala-simiae, Schnella vulpina, Schnella splendens, Schnella flexuosa, Schnella excisa, Schnella obovata, Schnella rutilans,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.
Ruth Clark (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Clark' in the authors string.
Liam A. Trethowan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trethowan' in the authors string.