Schippia concolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 11: 868 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306548
Common Names
- Concolor Schippia
- Schippia concolor
- Concolor Schippia Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schippia concolor (also called Uniform Schippia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Central and South America. It has small yellow flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is found in Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.
Uses & Benefits
Schippia concolor is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make natural dyes for fabrics and paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Schippia concolor has small yellow flowers that are clustered in umbels. The flowers are followed by small, round, green fruits that turn black when ripe. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schippia concolor can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but reduce watering in winter. Fertilize once a year with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Schippia concolor
Schippia concolor can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Schippia concolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schippia concolor?
Schippia concolor
Where is Schippia concolor found?
Mexico
What is the growth habit of Schippia concolor?
It is a perennial herb with a woody base
Species in the Schippia genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-187845: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.