Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
oaxacense
ID:
837552

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Frame) Zomlefer & Judd

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 33: 123 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836887



Common Names

  • Schoenocaulon oaxacense
  • Oaxacense Schoenocaulon
  • Schoenocaulon Oaxacense


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Description

Schoenocaulon oaxacense (also called Schoenocaulon oaxacense, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenocaulon oaxacense is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schoenocaulon oaxacense is white with yellow and purple spots. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenocaulon oaxacense is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood tips and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Once established, Schoenocaulon oaxacense should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Schoenocaulon oaxacense

Schoenocaulon oaxacense is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Schoenocaulon oaxacense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenocaulon oaxacense?

Schoenocaulon oaxacense

What is the common name of Schoenocaulon oaxacense?

Oaxacan Schoenocaulon

What is the natural habitat of Schoenocaulon oaxacense?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India

Species in the Melanthiaceae family

Amianthium muscaetoxicum, Anticlea elegans, Anticlea sibirica, Anticlea virescens, Anticlea volcanica, Chamaelirium luteum, Chamaelirium chinense, Chamaelirium cordifolium, Chamaelirium hisauchianum, Chamaelirium shiwandashanense, Chamaelirium actinomorphum, Chamaelirium nanlingense, Chamaelirium koidzumianum, Chamaelirium japonicum, Helonias alpina, Helonias breviscapa, Helonias bullata, Helonias kawanoi, Helonias leucantha, Helonias orientalis, Helonias thibetica, Helonias umbellata, Helonias yunnanensis, Helonias jinpingensis, Paris japonica, Paris delavayi, Paris incompleta, Paris bashanensis, Paris fargesii, Paris dunniana, Paris tetraphylla, Paris thibetica, Paris vaniotii, Paris verticillata, Paris mairei, Paris marmorata, Paris quadrifolia, Paris polyphylla, Paris undulatis, Paris birmanica, Paris rugosa, Paris daliensis, Paris dulongensis, Paris cronquistii, Paris forrestii, Paris vietnamensis, Paris luquanensis, Paris polyandra, Paris axialis, Paris caobangensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374186: Based on the initial data import
Walter S. Judd (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Judd' in the authors string.
Dawn Frame (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frame' in the authors string.
Wendy Beth Zomlefer (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zomlefer' in the authors string.