Schoepfia velutina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
506203
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sandwith
Source:
cmp
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1929: 122 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505535
Common Names
- Schoepfia velutina
- Velvet Schoepfia
- Velvet Schoepfia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schoepfia velutina (also called Velvet Schoepfia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Olacaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and grows in humid, montane forests. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, oval leaves and fragrant, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Schoepfia velutina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schoepfia velutina has a white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and thin with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schoepfia velutina is a shrub native to the Caribbean islands. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix, such as a combination of peat moss, perlite, and sand. It should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Schoepfia velutina
Schoepfia velutina is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Schoepfia velutina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schoepfia velutina?
Schoepfia velutina
What is the growth rate of Schoepfia velutina?
Schoepfia velutina is a slow-growing plant.
What type of soil does Schoepfia velutina prefer?
Schoepfia velutina prefers well-draining, sandy soil.
Species in the Schoepfia genus
Schoepfia tepuiensis, Schoepfia scopulorum, Schoepfia schreberi, Schoepfia parvifolia, Schoepfia velutina, Schoepfia clarkii, Schoepfia brasiliensis, Schoepfia macrophylla, Schoepfia lucida, Schoepfia multiflora, Schoepfia pringlei, Schoepfia arenaria, Schoepfia obovata, Schoepfia flexuosa, Schoepfia vacciniiflora, Schoepfia fragrans, Schoepfia jasminodora, Schoepfia chinensis, Schoepfia tetramera, Schoepfia californica, Schoepfia shreveana, Schoepfia didyma, Schoepfia haitiensis, Schoepfia harrisii, Schoepfia stenophylla, Schoepfia cubensis, Schoepfia griffithii,
Species in the Schoepfiaceae family
Arjona longifolia, Arjona megapotamica, Arjona patagonica, Arjona pusilla, Arjona schumanniana, Arjona tuberosa, Quinchamalium chilense, Quinchamalium fruticulosum, Quinchamalium peruviauum, Quinchamalium peruvianum, Schoepfia tepuiensis, Schoepfia scopulorum, Schoepfia schreberi, Schoepfia parvifolia, Schoepfia velutina, Schoepfia clarkii, Schoepfia brasiliensis, Schoepfia macrophylla, Schoepfia lucida, Schoepfia multiflora, Schoepfia pringlei, Schoepfia arenaria, Schoepfia obovata, Schoepfia flexuosa, Schoepfia vacciniiflora, Schoepfia fragrans, Schoepfia jasminodora, Schoepfia chinensis, Schoepfia tetramera, Schoepfia californica, Schoepfia shreveana, Schoepfia didyma, Schoepfia haitiensis, Schoepfia harrisii, Schoepfia stenophylla, Schoepfia cubensis, Schoepfia griffithii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2602226: Based on the initial data import
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.