Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbriana
ID:
442599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Killip

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Ann. New York Acad. Sci.35: 162 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000441931



Common Names

  • Schnella umbriana
  • Umbrian Schnella
  • Umbrian Star-flower


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Description

Schnella umbriana (also called Umbriana, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has small, white flowers and is found in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Schnella umbriana is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating wounds and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schnella umbriana is a white, five-petaled bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, tear-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have small, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schnella umbriana is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed.

Where to Find Schnella umbriana

Schnella umbriana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Schnella umbriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schnella umbriana?

Schnella umbriana

What is the common name of Schnella umbriana?

Umbrian Waterwort

What is the natural range of Schnella umbriana?

Europe

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:229773-2: Based on the initial data import