Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
fastigiata
ID:
780211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schery

Source:
iplants

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 29: 367 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779544



Common Names

  • Schlegelia
  • Coralbush
  • Coralbush-berry


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Description

Schlegelia fastigiata (also called Fastigiate Schlegelia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in wet forests and along streams. It has small white flowers with five petals and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Schlegelia fastigiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schlegelia fastigiata is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schlegelia fastigiata is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by division of the rootball. It is also possible to propagate this plant from seed, but it is a slow process.

Where to Find Schlegelia fastigiata

Schlegelia fastigiata is native to Central America and can be found in the wild in the countries of Costa Rica and Panama.

Schlegelia fastigiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schlegelia fastigiata?

Schlegelia fastigiata

What is the common name of Schlegelia fastigiata?

Fastigiate schlegelia

Where is Schlegelia fastigiata found?

Schlegelia fastigiata is found in tropical Central and South America.

Species in the Schlegeliaceae family

Exarata chocoensis, Gibsoniothamnus ficticius, Gibsoniothamnus alatus, Gibsoniothamnus allenii, Gibsoniothamnus cornutus, Gibsoniothamnus epiphyticus, Gibsoniothamnus grandiflorus, Gibsoniothamnus latidentatus, Gibsoniothamnus mirificus, Gibsoniothamnus parvifolius, Gibsoniothamnus stellatus, Gibsoniothamnus truncatus, Gibsoniothamnus versicolor, Schlegelia brachyantha, Schlegelia aurea, Schlegelia axillaris, Schlegelia chocoensis, Schlegelia darienensis, Schlegelia dressleri, Schlegelia fastigiata, Schlegelia fuscata, Schlegelia sulphurea, Schlegelia spruceana, Schlegelia scandens, Schlegelia roseiflora, Schlegelia parviflora, Schlegelia parasitica, Schlegelia paraensis, Schlegelia pandurata, Schlegelia violacea, Schlegelia monachinoi, Schlegelia nicaraguensis, Schlegelia macrocarpa, Schlegelia macrophylla, Schlegelia hirsuta, Schlegelia cauliflora, Schlegelia elongata, Synapsis ilicifolia,

References

Robert Walter Schery (1917-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schery' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:229555-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.