Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
persistens
ID:
1327935

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Y.Wong & P.C.Boyce

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 44: 247 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340389

Common Names

  • Schismatoglottis
  • Persistens
  • Schismatoglottis Persistens

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Description

Schismatoglottis persistens (also called Persistent Schismatoglottis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and produces clusters of small, white, fragrant flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schismatoglottis persistens is an ornamental plant that is used in aquariums and terrariums. It has a unique leaf shape and coloration that makes it a popular choice for aquascaping. It can also be used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schismatoglottis persistens has yellow-green flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schismatoglottis persistens is an aroid native to Indonesia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be planted in the spring and will bloom in the summer.

Where to Find Schismatoglottis persistens

Schismatoglottis persistens can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Schismatoglottis persistens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schismatoglottis persistens?

Schismatoglottis persistens

What are the common names of Schismatoglottis persistens?

Persistent Schismatoglottis

What is the natural habitat of Schismatoglottis persistens?

Schismatoglottis persistens is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia

Species in the Schismatoglottis genus

Schismatoglottis acutangula, Schismatoglottis acutifolia, Schismatoglottis ahmadii, Schismatoglottis angustifolia, Schismatoglottis asperata, Schismatoglottis barbata, Schismatoglottis bauensis, Schismatoglottis bifasciata, Schismatoglottis bitaeniata, Schismatoglottis bogneri, Schismatoglottis brevicuspis, Schismatoglottis bulbifera, Schismatoglottis calyptrata, Schismatoglottis canaliculata, Schismatoglottis ciliata, Schismatoglottis clarae, Schismatoglottis clemensiorum, Schismatoglottis colocasioidea, Schismatoglottis conoidea, Schismatoglottis convolvula, Schismatoglottis crinitissima, Schismatoglottis cyria, Schismatoglottis decipiens, Schismatoglottis diversicolor, Schismatoglottis djamuensis, Schismatoglottis ecaudata, Schismatoglottis edanoi, Schismatoglottis elegans, Schismatoglottis emarginata, Schismatoglottis engleriana, Schismatoglottis erecta, Schismatoglottis eximia, Schismatoglottis eymae, Schismatoglottis ferruginea, Schismatoglottis gillianiae, Schismatoglottis glauca, Schismatoglottis grabowskii, Schismatoglottis hainanensis, Schismatoglottis harmandii, Schismatoglottis hellwigiana, Schismatoglottis hottae, Schismatoglottis irrorata, Schismatoglottis klossii, Schismatoglottis latevaginata, Schismatoglottis lingua, Schismatoglottis longipes, Schismatoglottis longispatha, Schismatoglottis mayoana, Schismatoglottis merrillii, Schismatoglottis mindanaoana,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Peter Charles Boyce (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Boyce' in the authors string.
Sin Yeng Wong (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Wong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141872-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.