Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
fuscata
ID:
780212

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.H.Gentry

Source:
iplants

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 60: 924 (1973 publ. 1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779545



Common Names

  • Schlegelia
  • Coralbush
  • Coralbush-berry


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Description

Schlegelia fuscata (also called Fuscous Schlegelia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 2 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 fuscata 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 fuscata 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 fuscata is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 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 fuscata

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

Schlegelia fuscata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schlegelia fuscata?

Schlegelia fuscata

What is the common name of Schlegelia fuscata?

Fuscata schlegelia

Where is Schlegelia fuscata found?

Schlegelia fuscata 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

Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:229556-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.