Status:
valid
Authors:
Planch.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 5: 581 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492124
Common Names
- Glabrescens Spathelia
- Spathelia glabrescens
- Glabrescens Spathelia
Description
Spathelia glabrescens (also called 'Glabrescent Spathelia', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Spathelia glabrescens is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Spathelia glabrescens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Spathelia glabrescens is a small shrub native to Australia. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Spathelia glabrescens
Spathelia glabrescens is native to Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, and Peru.
Spathelia glabrescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spathelia glabrescens?
Spathelia glabrescens
What is the common name of Spathelia glabrescens?
Smooth Spathelia
What is the natural habitat of Spathelia glabrescens?
Tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia
Species in the Spathelia genus
Spathelia glabrescens,
Spathelia simplex,
Spathelia vernicosa,
Spathelia subintegra,
Spathelia splendens,
Spathelia cubensis,
Spathelia wrightii,
Spathelia coccinea,
Spathelia bahamensis,
Spathelia brittonii,
Spathelia belizensis,
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,