Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
764972

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lauterb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 50: 296 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764305

Common Names

  • Schlechteri Cabbage Tree
  • Cordyline
  • Schlechter's Cabbage Tree

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Description

Cordyline schlechteri (also called Schlechter's Cabbage Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to the Mascarene Islands, where it is found in dry coastal forests and scrub. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 4 m tall, with a slender trunk and a tuft of narrow, linear leaves at the top.

Uses & Benefits

Cordyline schlechteri is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a houseplant and can be used to create a tropical look in any indoor setting. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cordyline schlechteri has white flowers with yellow stamens and red berries. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordyline schlechteri is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It grows up to 2 m in height and has red or pink flowers. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in spring and will flower in summer.

Where to Find Cordyline schlechteri

Cordyline schlechteri is found in New Caledonia.

Cordyline schlechteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cordyline schlechteri?

Cordyline schlechteri

What is the natural habitat of Cordyline schlechteri?

It is native to New Caledonia and Vanuatu.

What are the common names of Cordyline schlechteri?

It is commonly known as the Schlechter's ti plant, Schlechter's cordyline, or Schlechter's palm lily.

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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