Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
681692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Mém. Herb. Boissier 20: 19 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681025



Common Names

  • Schlechter's Euchaetis
  • Schlechteri Euchaetis
  • Schlechter's Bristle-Fern


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Description

Euchaetis schlechteri (also called Schlechter's White, among many other common names) is a species of butterfly of the Pieridae family. It is found in Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and parts of the Middle East. This species is typically found in open habitats such as grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Euchaetis schlechteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euchaetis schlechteri is white to yellowish-white in color, with a tubular shape and a long, slender corolla. The seed is small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euchaetis schlechteri can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a sunny or partially shaded location.

Where to Find Euchaetis schlechteri

Euchaetis schlechteri can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Euchaetis schlechteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euchaetis schlechteri?

Euchaetis schlechteri

What is the common name of Euchaetis schlechteri?

Schlechter's Euchaetis

What is the natural habitat of Euchaetis schlechteri?

Dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2802584: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.