Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Species:
trujilloi
ID:
1026144

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benítez

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 77: 415., fig. 3, 4. 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001025482



Common Names

  • Schwenckia trujilloi
  • Trujillo's Schwenckia
  • Trujillo Schwenckia


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Description

Schwenckia trujilloi (also called Trujillo's 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 trujilloi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schwenckia trujilloi 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 trujilloi

Schwenckia trujilloi can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Carmen E. Benítez de Rojas (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benítez' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import