Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
schwackeana
ID:
638787

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 27: 61 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638119



Common Names

  • Daphnopsis schwackeana
  • Schwackeana Daphnopsis
  • Schwackeana's Daphnopsis


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Synonyms

  • Daphnopsis schwackeana itatiaiensis Domke [unknown]
  • Daphnopsis ulei Gilg ex Domke [unknown]

Description

Daphnopsis schwackeana (also called Schwackeana Daphnopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Daphnopsis schwackeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daphnopsis schwackeana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphnopsis schwackeana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a mix of peat and sand. Layering is done by bending a low-growing branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until it has rooted.

Where to Find Daphnopsis schwackeana

Daphnopsis schwackeana can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Daphnopsis schwackeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphnopsis schwackeana?

Daphnopsis schwackeana

What is the natural habitat of Daphnopsis schwackeana?

Daphnopsis schwackeana is found in humid forests in Central America.

What are the growth requirements of Daphnopsis schwackeana?

Daphnopsis schwackeana prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Species in the Daphnopsis genus

Daphnopsis alainii, Daphnopsis alpestris, Daphnopsis americana, Daphnopsis angustifolia, Daphnopsis anomala, Daphnopsis bissei, Daphnopsis boliviana, Daphnopsis brasiliensis, Daphnopsis brevifolia, Daphnopsis calcicola, Daphnopsis caracasana, Daphnopsis coriacea, Daphnopsis correae, Daphnopsis costaricensis, Daphnopsis crassifolia, Daphnopsis crispotomentosa, Daphnopsis cuneata, Daphnopsis dircoides, Daphnopsis ekmanii, Daphnopsis equatorialis, Daphnopsis espinosae, Daphnopsis fasciculata, Daphnopsis ficina, Daphnopsis filipedunculata, Daphnopsis flavida, Daphnopsis folsomii, Daphnopsis gemmiflora, Daphnopsis grandis, Daphnopsis granitica, Daphnopsis granvillei, Daphnopsis guacacoa, Daphnopsis guaiquinimae, Daphnopsis hammelii, Daphnopsis helleriana, Daphnopsis hispaniolica, Daphnopsis lagunae, Daphnopsis liebmannii, Daphnopsis longipedunculata, Daphnopsis macrocarpa, Daphnopsis macrophylla, Daphnopsis malacophylla, Daphnopsis martii, Daphnopsis megacarpa, Daphnopsis mexiae, Daphnopsis mollis, Daphnopsis monocephala, Daphnopsis morii, Daphnopsis nevlingiana, Daphnopsis nevlingii, Daphnopsis oblongifolia,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,