Status:
valid
Authors:
P.C.Boyce & S.Y.Wong
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Bot. Stud. (Taipei) 50: 270 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914459
Common Names
- Schottariella mirifica
- Miraculous Schottariella
- Miraculous Orchid
Description
Schottariella mirifica (also called Miraculous Schottariella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Schottariella mirifica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schottariella mirifica has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have bright green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schottariella mirifica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-10.
Where to Find Schottariella mirifica
Schottariella mirifica is native to China. It can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Schottariella mirifica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schottariella mirifica?
Schottariella mirifica
What type of plant is Schottariella mirifica?
A shrub
Where does Schottariella mirifica grow?
In tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Schottariella genus
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,