Schwartzia tarrazuensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tarrazuensis
ID:
1279728
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hammel
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 6: 76 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279066
Common Names
- Schwartzia tarrazuensis
- Tarrazu Schwartzia
- Tarrazu's Schwartzia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schwartzia tarrazuensis (also called Tarrazu Schwartzia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 1–2 m. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, including dry forests, wet forests, and tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Schwartzia tarrazuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures that are believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schwartzia tarrazuensis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schwartzia tarrazuensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Transplanting of seedlings should be done when they are about 10 cm tall.
Where to Find Schwartzia tarrazuensis
Schwartzia tarrazuensis can be found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica.
Schwartzia tarrazuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schwartzia tarrazuensis?
Schwartzia tarrazuensis
What is the common name of Schwartzia tarrazuensis?
Tarrazu Schwartzia
Where is Schwartzia tarrazuensis found?
It is found in Costa Rica
Species in the Schwartzia genus
Schwartzia chocoensis, Schwartzia brasiliensis, Schwartzia antioquensis, Schwartzia andina, Schwartzia costaricensis, Schwartzia weddelliana, Schwartzia spiciflora, Schwartzia renvoizei, Schwartzia parrae, Schwartzia magnifica, Schwartzia lozaniana, Schwartzia adamantium, Schwartzia geniculatiflora, Schwartzia jucuensis, Schwartzia pterosara, Schwartzia brenesii, Schwartzia jimenezii, Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae, Schwartzia tarrazuensis, Schwartzia petersonii,
Species in the Marcgraviaceae family
Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50301855: Based on the initial data import
Barry Edward Hammel (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hammel' in the authors string.