Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach. & Sheviak
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Rhodora 92(869): 11 (1990).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306532
Common Names
- Schlechteriana Schiedeella
- Schlechteriana Schiedeella
- Schlechteriana Schiedeella
Description
Schiedeella schlechteriana (also called Schlechter's Schiedeella, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Central America. It has fragrant white flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is found in Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Uses & Benefits
Schiedeella schlechteriana is used as a medicinal plant and for weaving baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schiedeella schlechteriana is small, white and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schiedeella schlechteriana is cultivated in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Schiedeella schlechteriana
Schiedeella schlechteriana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Schiedeella schlechteriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schiedeella schlechteriana?
Schiedeella schlechteriana
Where is Schiedeella schlechteriana found?
Mexico
What is the growth habit of Schiedeella schlechteriana?
It is a perennial herb with a woody base
Species in the Schiedeella genus
Schiedeella albovaginata,
Schiedeella amesiana,
Schiedeella crenulata,
Schiedeella dendroneura,
Schiedeella dressleri,
Schiedeella faucisanguinea,
Schiedeella fragrans,
Schiedeella nagelii,
Schiedeella pandurata,
Schiedeella romeroana,
Schiedeella saltensis,
Schiedeella schlechteriana,
Schiedeella trilineata,
Schiedeella violacea,
Schiedeella arizonica,
Schiedeella tamayoana,
Schiedeella williamsiana,
Schiedeella esquintlensis,
Schiedeella jean-mulleri,
Schiedeella affinis,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,