Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schroederi
ID:
1250374

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer ex Herter

Source:
tro

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Revista Sudamer. Bot. 6: 153, 155. 1940

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249712



Common Names

  • Xylosma Schroederi
  • Xylosma Bush
  • Xylosma Shrub


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Description

Xylosma schroederi (also called Xylosma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Flacourtiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical South America, occurring in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Xylosma schroederi is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Xylosma schroederi are small, white and fragrant. They have four petals and are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xylosma schroederi is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Xylosma schroederi

Xylosma schroederi can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Xylosma schroederi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xylosma schroederi?

Xylosma schroederi

What is the common name of Xylosma schroederi?

Schroeder's Xylosma

What is the natural habitat of Xylosma schroederi?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Xylosma genus

Xylosma sumatrana, Xylosma serrata, Xylosma serpentina, Xylosma schwaneckeana, Xylosma schaefferioides, Xylosma sanctae-annae, Xylosma samoensis, Xylosma shaferi, Xylosma simulans, Xylosma roigiana, Xylosma quichensis, Xylosma proctorii, Xylosma vincentii, Xylosma venosa, Xylosma terrae-reginae, Xylosma suluensis, Xylosma suaveolens, Xylosma smithiana, Xylosma tuberculata, Xylosma maidenii, Xylosma luzonensis, Xylosma lineolata, Xylosma prockia, Xylosma lancifolia, Xylosma intermedia, Xylosma lifuana, Xylosma pininsularis, Xylosma peltata, Xylosma parvifolia, Xylosma papuana, Xylosma pancheri, Xylosma panamensis, Xylosma martinicensis, Xylosma pachyphylla, Xylosma nervosa, Xylosma nelsonii, Xylosma molesta, Xylosma ovata, Xylosma inaequinervia, Xylosma palawanensis, Xylosma confusa, Xylosma dothioensis, Xylosma capillipes, Xylosma claraensis, Xylosma ciliatifolia, Xylosma characantha, Xylosma glaucescens, Xylosma iberiensis, Xylosma horrida, Xylosma heterophylla,

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50150749: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Gustav Franz Herter (1884-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herter' in the authors string.
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.