Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilg & Muschl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 42(5): 465. 1909 [20 Jul 1909]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432309
Common Names
- Toothed Schizopetalon
- Toothed Star Flower
- Toothed Star Fruit
Synonyms
- Perreymondia viridis Phil. [unknown]
- Perreymondia dentata Barnéoud [unknown]
- Schizopetalon viride (Phil.) Gilg & Muschl. [unknown]
- Perreymondia multifida Barnéoud [unknown]
- Schizopetalon dentatum dentatum [unknown]
- Schizopetalon viride Reiche [unknown]
Description
Schizopetalon dentatum (also called Toothed Schizopetalon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Chile. It grows in dry areas, such as rocky slopes and scrublands. It has a rosette of leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Schizopetalon dentatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a houseplant, and for air purification.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Schizopetalon dentatum is white with a yellow center, the seed is a small, round, black seed and the seedlings are small, oval-shaped and dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schizopetalon dentatum is a small, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Schizopetalon dentatum
Schizopetalon dentatum is native to the Andes Mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Schizopetalon dentatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schizopetalon dentatum?
Schizopetalon dentatum
What type of plant is Schizopetalon dentatum?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Schizopetalon dentatum?
Tropical montane forests
Species in the Schizopetalon genus
Schizopetalon maipoanum,
Schizopetalon biseriatum,
Schizopetalon dentatum,
Schizopetalon bipinnatifidum,
Schizopetalon rupestre,
Schizopetalon tenuifolium,
Schizopetalon maritimum,
Schizopetalon walkeri,
Schizopetalon arcuatum,
Schizopetalon brachycarpum,
Schizopetalon corymbosum,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,