Sclerophylax spinescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinescens
ID:
1026164
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miers
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 7: 19. 1848.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001025502
Common Names
- Sclerophylax spinescens
- Spinescens Sclerophylax
- Spinescens Nightshade
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sclerophylax spinescens (also called Spiny Sclerophylax, 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
Sclerophylax spinescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to provide shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sclerophylax spinescens is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Sclerophylax spinescens 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 Sclerophylax spinescens
Sclerophylax spinescens can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Species in the Sclerophylax genus
Sclerophylax adnatifolius, Sclerophylax arnottii, Sclerophylax caducifructus, Sclerophylax cocuccii, Sclerophylax cuyanus, Sclerophylax cynocrambe, Sclerophylax difulvioi, Sclerophylax hunzikeri, Sclerophylax kurtzii, Sclerophylax lorentzianus, Sclerophylax ruiz-lealii, Sclerophylax spinescens, Sclerophylax tenuicaulis, Sclerophylax trispermus,
Species in the Solanaceae family
References
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import