Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Species:
novaveneciana
ID:
1026135

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carvalho

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 22: 147, fig. 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001025473



Common Names

  • Schwenckia novaveneciana
  • New Venecian Schwenckia
  • Venezuelan Schwenckia


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Description

Schwenckia novaveneciana (also called Novavenecian Schwenckia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands, at altitudes between 0 and 1,500 m. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Schwenckia novaveneciana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schwenckia novaveneciana has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schwenckia novaveneciana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Schwenckia novaveneciana

Schwenckia novaveneciana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Lucia d'Avila Freire de Carvalho (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carvalho' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import