Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
schatzii
ID:
1234383

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.-F.Leroy & Lescot

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 18: 18 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233721



Common Names

  • Malleastrum schatzii
  • Schatzii Malleastrum
  • Schatzii Tree


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Description

Malleastrum schatzii (also called Schatz's Malleastrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and leathery leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Malleastrum schatzii is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malleastrum schatzii is a white or pale pink, funnel-shaped corolla with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malleastrum schatzii is a tropical plant that is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but may require more frequent watering. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Malleastrum schatzii

Malleastrum schatzii is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou.

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50076432: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
Michèle Lescot (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lescot' in the authors string.