Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
schlechtendaliana
ID:
1273357

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
tro

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. Bras. 2: 129 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272695



Common Names

  • Schlechtendaliana Spigelia
  • Schlechtendaliana's Spigelia
  • Schlechtendaliana Spigelia Tree


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Description

Spigelia schlechtendaliana (also called Spigelia schlechtendaliana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Loganiaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in rocky areas and open forests. It is a perennial herb with ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Spigelia schlechtendaliana is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spigelia schlechtendaliana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spigelia schlechtendaliana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Spigelia schlechtendaliana

Spigelia schlechtendaliana can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including parts of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Spigelia schlechtendaliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spigelia schlechtendaliana?

Spigelia schlechtendaliana

What is the common name of Spigelia schlechtendaliana?

Schlechtendal's spigelia

Where is Spigelia schlechtendaliana found?

Spigelia schlechtendaliana is found in the mountains of western China.

Species in the Spigelia genus

Spigelia paraguayensis, Spigelia palmeri, Spigelia nicotianiflora, Spigelia mexicana, Spigelia polystachya, Spigelia hamelioides, Spigelia guianensis, Spigelia longiflora, Spigelia humboldtiana, Spigelia kleinii, Spigelia anthelmia, Spigelia aenea, Spigelia cremnophila, Spigelia caaguazuensis, Spigelia cipoensis, Spigelia chocoensis, Spigelia colimensis, Spigelia megapotamica, Spigelia queretarensis, Spigelia amazonica, Spigelia schultesii, Spigelia genuflexa, Spigelia alabamensis, Spigelia aceifolia, Spigelia amplexicaulis, Spigelia beccabungoides, Spigelia carnosa, Spigelia cascatensis, Spigelia catarinensis, Spigelia heliotropoides, Spigelia herzogiana, Spigelia paraguariensis, Spigelia persicarioides, Spigelia pygmaea, Spigelia ramosa, Spigelia reitzii, Spigelia riedeliana, Spigelia rojasiana, Spigelia tetraptera, Spigelia valenzuelae, Spigelia vestita, Spigelia flemmingiana, Spigelia hedyotidea, Spigelia macrophylla, Spigelia martiana, Spigelia pedunculata, Spigelia pusilla, Spigelia scabrella, Spigelia sellowiana, Spigelia spartioides,

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,