Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Species:
pachypus
ID:
1242339

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
tro

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 53: 62 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001241677



Common Names

  • Schismocarpus pachypus
  • Pachypus Schismocarpus
  • Schismocarpus


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Description

Schismocarpus pachypus (also called Thick-stemmed Schismocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Schismocarpus pachypus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schismocarpus pachypus is small and white in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schismocarpus pachypus is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Schismocarpus pachypus

Schismocarpus pachypus is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Schismocarpus pachypus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schismocarpus pachypus?

Schismocarpus pachypus

What is the common name of Schismocarpus pachypus?

Thick-stalked schismocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Schismocarpus pachypus?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

Species in the Schismocarpus genus

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,

References