Schnella excisa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I.: 214 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183256
Common Names
- Schnella excisa
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- Bauhinia excisa (Griseb.) Hemsl. [unknown]
Description
Schnella excisa (also called Cutleaf Schnella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. It has trifoliate leaves and produces clusters of yellow flowers. Its fruits are small, round pods. It grows in disturbed areas, along roadsides, and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Schnella excisa is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues and inflammation. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schnella excisa is a white, pea-like flower. The seed is small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schnella excisa is an annual plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils.
Where to Find Schnella excisa
Schnella excisa is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.
Schnella excisa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schnella excisa?
Schnella excisa
What are the common names of Schnella excisa?
Excised Rattlebox, Excised Rattlepod
What is the natural habitat of Schnella excisa?
It is native to South America and can be found in disturbed areas, open woods, and along roadsides
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
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Schnella excisa Griseb.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.