Sciodaphyllum pittieri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pittieri
ID:
1554987
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Marchal ex T.Durand & Pittier) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett & M.M.Mora
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 72(1): 11. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000034513
Searching for Sciodaphyllum pittieri? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sciodaphyllum pittieri (also called Pittier's Sciodaphyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub, usually reaching a height of 1–2 m. It is native to the Caribbean region, and is found in dry habitats, such as rocky hillsides and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sciodaphyllum pittieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sciodaphyllum pittieri is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.
Searching for Sciodaphyllum pittieri? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sciodaphyllum pittieri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and allowed to dry before planting. The plants should be grown in a sunny location with regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Sciodaphyllum pittieri
Sciodaphyllum pittieri can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.
Sciodaphyllum pittieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sciodaphyllum pittieri?
Sciodaphyllum pittieri
Where is Sciodaphyllum pittieri found?
Sciodaphyllum pittieri is found in the Caribbean region.
What type of plant is Sciodaphyllum pittieri?
Sciodaphyllum pittieri is a shrub or small tree.
Species in the Sciodaphyllum genus
Sciodaphyllum latiligulatum, Sciodaphyllum minutiflorum, Sciodaphyllum micranthum, Sciodaphyllum munchiquense, Sciodaphyllum anomalum, Sciodaphyllum peruvianum, Sciodaphyllum ramosissimum, Sciodaphyllum rubiginosum, Sciodaphyllum silvaticum, Sciodaphyllum steyermarkii, Sciodaphyllum basiorevolutum, Sciodaphyllum rufilanceolatum, Sciodaphyllum ternatum, Sciodaphyllum chachapoyense, Sciodaphyllum pygmaeum, Sciodaphyllum vasquezianum, Sciodaphyllum violaceum, Sciodaphyllum geniculatum, Sciodaphyllum oxapampense, Sciodaphyllum zarucchii, Sciodaphyllum asymmetricum, Sciodaphyllum attenuatum, Sciodaphyllum bangii, Sciodaphyllum bifurcatum, Sciodaphyllum bonitum, Sciodaphyllum caducum, Sciodaphyllum cajambrense, Sciodaphyllum concolor, Sciodaphyllum decagynum, Sciodaphyllum dielsii, Sciodaphyllum digynum, Sciodaphyllum elachistocephalum, Sciodaphyllum euryphyllum, Sciodaphyllum guanayense, Sciodaphyllum herthae, Sciodaphyllum lancifoliolatum, Sciodaphyllum lasiogyne, Sciodaphyllum magnifolium, Sciodaphyllum monzonense, Sciodaphyllum paruanum, Sciodaphyllum pentadactylum, Sciodaphyllum sachamatense, Sciodaphyllum samarianum, Sciodaphyllum sararense, Sciodaphyllum sipapoense, Sciodaphyllum trollii, Sciodaphyllum weberbaueri, Sciodaphyllum aquaverense, Sciodaphyllum albocapitatum, Sciodaphyllum awa,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,