Status:
valid
Authors:
Jaub. & Spach
Source:
ildis
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient.5: 83 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205140
Common Names
- Taverniera Schimperi
- Schimperi Taverniera
- Taverniera
Synonyms
- Taverniera floribunda Schweinf. [valid]
- Taverniera cyclophylla Hochst. ex Baker [valid]
Description
Taverniera schimperi (also called 'Schimper's Taverniera', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands, and is characterized by its small, green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Taverniera schimperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, wounds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taverniera schimperi has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taverniera schimperi is a shrub that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a sunny location.
Where to Find Taverniera schimperi
Taverniera schimperi is native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.
Taverniera schimperi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taverniera schimperi?
Taverniera schimperi
What is the common name of Taverniera schimperi?
Schimper's Taverniera
What is the growth habit of Taverniera schimperi?
It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter tall
Species in the Taverniera genus
Taverniera albida,
Taverniera brevialata,
Taverniera glauca,
Taverniera nummularia,
Taverniera spartea,
Taverniera echinata,
Taverniera abyssinica,
Taverniera aegyptiaca,
Taverniera cuneifolia,
Taverniera glabra,
Taverniera lappacea,
Taverniera longisetosa,
Taverniera multinoda,
Taverniera diffusa,
Taverniera oligantha,
Taverniera schimperi,
Taverniera sericophylla,
Taverniera cuneifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family