Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
bracteosus
ID:
1132858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
tro

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. sér. 4, 1: 74. 1854

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001132196



Common Names

  • Schizocalyx bracteosus
  • Bracteosus
  • Schizocalyx


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Description

Schizocalyx bracteosus (also called 'Schizocalyx', 'Schizocalyx bracteosus' and 'Schizocalyx bracteosus var. bracteosus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has simple, alternate leaves. It is found in wet tropical forests, from sea level to 1000 meters in elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Schizocalyx bracteosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make tea and jams.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schizocalyx bracteosus has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizocalyx bracteosus is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Schizocalyx bracteosus

Schizocalyx bracteosus is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Schizocalyx genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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