Schmidiella maxwellii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maxwellii
ID:
1520838
Status:
valid
Authors:
Veldkamp
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 40: 56 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000007529
Common Names
- Maxwellii Schmidiella
- Schmidiella maxwellii
- Maxwellii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schmidiella maxwellii (also called Maxwell's Rush, among many other common names) is a small, perennial grass native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has a low-growing habit, with thin, wiry leaves and small, white flowers. It is commonly found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Schmidiella maxwellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schmidiella maxwellii is small, white and has three petals. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are thin and long with a dark green colour.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schmidiella maxwellii is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall.
Where to Find Schmidiella maxwellii
Schmidiella maxwellii is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, primarily in Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.
Schmidiella maxwellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schmidiella maxwellii?
Schmidiella maxwellii
What is the common name of Schmidiella maxwellii?
Maxwell's Schmidiella
Where is Schmidiella maxwellii found?
Schmidiella maxwellii is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Schmidiella genus
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77195018-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].