Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Species:
laxa
ID:
1175987

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wilson) A. Jaeger

Source:
tro

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Ber. Thätigk. St. Gallischen Naturwiss. Ges. 1876–77: 222 (Gen. Sp. Musc. 2: 288) 1878

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001175325



Common Names

  • Schwetschkea laxa
  • Lax Schwetschkea
  • Lax Tree Fern


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Description

Schwetschkea laxa (also called Chinese Bamboo, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, clumping bamboo native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It grows in moist, shady forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Schwetschkea laxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schwetschkea laxa has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schwetschkea laxa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is cultivated as an ornamental plant. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Schwetschkea laxa

Schwetschkea laxa is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas.

Schwetschkea laxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schwetschkea laxa?

Schwetschkea laxa

What is the natural habitat of Schwetschkea laxa?

The natural habitat of Schwetschkea laxa is tropical rainforests.

What is the flowering period of Schwetschkea laxa?

The flowering period of Schwetschkea laxa is from April to June.

Species in the Leskeaceae family

Fabronidium guatemaliense, Haplocladium parvulum, Haplocladium angustifolium, Haplocladium discolor, Haplocladium gracilisetum, Haplocladium jacquemontii, Haplocladium larminatii, Haplocladium microphyllum, Haplocladium percapillatum, Haplocladium persistens, Haplocladium porphyropelma, Haplocladium schimperi, Haplocladium stratosum, Haplocladium strictulum, Haplocladium virginianum, Haplocladium plumulosum, Haplocladium perparaphyllum, Haplocladium vestitum, Haplocladium kiusiuense, Hylocomiopsis cylindricarpa, Hylocomiopsis ovicarpa, Leptocladium sinense, Leskea plumaria, Leskea polenburgii, Leskea polycarpa, Leskea riparia, Leskea scabrinervis, Leskea subacuminata, Leskea subfiliramea, Leskea vaucheri, Leskea australis, Leskea brevifolia, Leskea catenularia, Leskea consanguinea, Leskea filivaga, Leskea gracilescens, Leskea guineensis, Leskea hyloapiculata, Leskea integra, Leskea latifolia, Leskea mauritiana, Leskea obscura, Leskea filaria, Leskea leskeoides, Leskea perstricta, Leskea moravica, Leskea sublaevifolia, Leskea acuminata, Leskea schiedeana, Leskeadelphus angustatus,

References

William Wilson (1799-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilson' in the authors string.
August Jaeger (1842-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Jaeger' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35149703: Based on data supplied by Bryonames