Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
oligophylla
ID:
307620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 58: 93 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306952



Common Names

  • Schnabelia oligophylla
  • Oligophylla
  • Schnabelia


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Description

Schnabelia oligophylla (also called Few-leaved Schnabelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub, with small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas, and is often planted as an ornamental.

Uses & Benefits

Schnabelia oligophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and to treat various ailments such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Schnabelia oligophylla var. oligophylla

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schnabelia oligophylla is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows to 1 meter in height and has small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Schnabelia oligophylla

Schnabelia oligophylla can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Schnabelia oligophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schnabelia oligophylla?

Schnabelia oligophylla

What is the common name of Schnabelia oligophylla?

Oligophylla

What is the natural habitat of Schnabelia oligophylla?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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