Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sulphureus
ID:
307524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 53: 486 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306856



Common Names

  • Schizochilus sulphureus
  • Sulphureus Schizochilus
  • Sulphureus Palm


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Description

Schizochilus sulphureus (also called African Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with yellow and purple markings.

Uses & Benefits

Schizochilus sulphureus has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a food source, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizochilus sulphureus is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by division of the rootball.

Where to Find Schizochilus sulphureus

Schizochilus sulphureus can be found in tropical Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Schizochilus sulphureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizochilus sulphureus?

Schizochilus sulphureus

What is the common name of Schizochilus sulphureus?

Sulphur Schizochilus

What is the natural habitat of Schizochilus sulphureus?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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