Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
gossweileri
ID:
442741

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Liede

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 114: 92 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442073

Common Names

  • Schizostephanus gossweileri
  • Gossweileri Schizostephanus
  • Schizostephanus Gossweileri

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Description

Schizostephanus gossweileri (also called Gossweiler's schizostephanus, among many other common names) is a shrub species endemic to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It grows up to 4 m tall, with bipinnate leaves up to 10 cm long. It grows in open areas, such as rocky outcrops, and in the understory of humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schizostephanus gossweileri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schizostephanus gossweileri has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizostephanus gossweileri is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 1 foot. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in the spring. Cuttings can also be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Schizostephanus gossweileri

Schizostephanus gossweileri can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Schizostephanus gossweileri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizostephanus gossweileri?

Schizostephanus gossweileri

What is the common name of Schizostephanus gossweileri?

Gossweiler's Star Grass

Where is Schizostephanus gossweileri found?

Africa

Species in the Schizostephanus genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2491021: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.