Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
schultzei
ID:
1254647

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 770 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253985



Common Names

  • Schultzei Blakea
  • Schultze's Blakea
  • Schultze Blakea


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Description

Blakea schultzei (also called Schultze's Blakea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is a medium-sized shrub with white flowers and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blakea schultzei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, pain, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blakea schultzei has white flowers with yellow centers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blakea schultzei is a perennial species of shrub native to Costa Rica. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Cultivation requires a well-draining soil mix and plenty of moisture. It prefers a bright, sunny location.

Where to Find Blakea schultzei

Blakea schultzei can be found in Colombia.

Blakea schultzei FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Blakea schultzei?

Blakea schultzei prefers temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F)

What is the ideal humidity for Blakea schultzei?

Blakea schultzei prefers a humidity of 40-60%.

What is the ideal light intensity for Blakea schultzei?

Blakea schultzei prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Blakea genus

Blakea amabilis, Blakea cuatrecasasii, Blakea fissicalyx, Blakea attenboroughii, Blakea urbaniana, Blakea schlimii, Blakea trinervia, Blakea tuberculata, Blakea aeruginosa, Blakea ciliata, Blakea cuneata, Blakea ferruginea, Blakea granatensis, Blakea grandiflora, Blakea hirsuta, Blakea lindeniana, Blakea ovalis, Blakea podagrica, Blakea pyxidanthus, Blakea repens, Blakea rosea, Blakea rostrata, Blakea rotundifolia, Blakea sawadae, Blakea spruceana, Blakea standleyana, Blakea subconnata, Blakea villosa, Blakea longibracteata, Blakea grisebachii, Blakea brasiliensis, Blakea latifolia, Blakea mexiae, Blakea multiflora, Blakea paludosa, Blakea brunnea, Blakea calycosa, Blakea crinita, Blakea elliptica, Blakea foliacea, Blakea gracilis, Blakea parvifolia, Blakea pauciflora, Blakea wilburiana, Blakea guatemalensis, Blakea purpusii, Blakea quadrangularis, Blakea fuchsioides, Blakea penduliflora, Blakea princeps,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,