Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
176926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moric.) Walp.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst.5: 572 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000176255



Common Names

  • Flexuous Schnella
  • Flexuous Bauhinia
  • Bauhinia Flexuosa


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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia flexuosa Moric. [unknown]
  • Phanera flexuosa (Moric.) L.P.Queiroz [unknown]

Description

Schnella flexuosa (also called White-flowered Schnella, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree, usually up to 5 m tall, with a spreading, rounded crown. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is typically found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Schnella flexuosa is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schnella flexuosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schnella flexuosa is a perennial plant native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Schnella flexuosa

Schnella flexuosa is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry forests and scrublands in the region.

Schnella flexuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schnella flexuosa?

Schnella flexuosa

What is the common name of Schnella flexuosa?

Flexuous Schnella

Where does Schnella flexuosa grow?

Schnella flexuosa is native to Central America and Mexico.

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

Moïse-Étienne Moricand (1779-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moric.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.