Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Dunlop
Source:
ksu
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 28: 314 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503142
Common Names
- Archer's Schizacme
- Archer's Swainsona
- Archer's Pea
Description
Schizacme archeri (also called Archer's Schizacme, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Schizacme archeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schizacme archeri is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schizacme archeri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Schizacme archeri
Schizacme archeri is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Schizacme archeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schizacme archeri?
Schizacme archeri
What type of plant is Schizacme archeri?
A shrub
Where is Schizacme archeri found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Schizacme genus
Species in the Loganiaceae family
Antonia ovata,
Bonyunia antoniifolia,
Bonyunia aquatica,
Bonyunia minor,
Bonyunia superba,
Bonyunia venusta,
Bonyunia spectabilis,
Bonyunia excelsa,
Bonyunia magnifica,
Bonyunia nobilis,
Bonyunia pulchra,
Gardneria angustifolia,
Gardneria lanceolata,
Gardneria multiflora,
Gardneria nutans,
Gardneria ovata,
Geniostoma angustifolium,
Geniostoma antherotrichum,
Geniostoma balansanum,
Geniostoma biseriale,
Geniostoma borbonicum,
Geniostoma calcicola,
Geniostoma celastrineum,
Geniostoma clavatum,
Geniostoma cyrtandrae,
Geniostoma densiflora,
Geniostoma erythrosperma,
Geniostoma fagraeoides,
Geniostoma gagnae,
Geniostoma glaucescens,
Geniostoma grandifolium,
Geniostoma huttonii,
Geniostoma leenhoutsii,
Geniostoma macrophyllum,
Geniostoma mooreanum,
Geniostoma novae-caledoniae,
Geniostoma pedunculatum,
Geniostoma petiolosum,
Geniostoma randianum,
Geniostoma rapense,
Geniostoma rarotongensis,
Geniostoma remyana,
Geniostoma rupestre,
Geniostoma stipulare,
Geniostoma sykesii,
Geniostoma trichostylum,
Geniostoma umbellatum,
Geniostoma vestitum,
Geniostoma weinlandii,
Geniostoma imbricatum,