Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
accrescens
ID:
501695

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mast.) Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 84(Spec. No.): 178 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501027



Common Names

  • Schoutenia Accrescens
  • Accrescent Schoutenia
  • Accrescent-leaved Schoutenia


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Synonyms

  • Chartacalyx accrescens Mast. [unknown]

Description

Schoutenia accrescens (also called Accrescent Schoutenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It typically grows in lowland rainforest, but can also be found in swamp forest and on riverbanks. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Schoutenia accrescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schoutenia accrescens is white in color and has five petals. The seed is dark brown in color and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoutenia accrescens is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Schoutenia accrescens

Schoutenia accrescens is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist areas such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet forests.

Schoutenia accrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoutenia accrescens?

Schoutenia accrescens

What is the common name of Schoutenia accrescens?

Accrescent Schoutenia

What is the natural habitat of Schoutenia accrescens?

Schoutenia accrescens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:835077-1: Based on the initial data import