Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
tenuifolium
ID:
442739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 81: 191 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442071

Common Names

  • Schizopetalon tenuifolium
  • Tenuifolium Schizopetalon
  • Schizopetalon Tenuifolium

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Description

Schizopetalon tenuifolium (also called Slender schizopetalon, among many other common names) is a shrub species endemic to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It grows up to 4 m tall, with bipinnate leaves up to 10 cm long. It grows in open areas, such as rocky outcrops, and in the understory of humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schizopetalon tenuifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schizopetalon tenuifolium has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizopetalon tenuifolium is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 1 foot. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in the spring. Cuttings can also be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Schizopetalon tenuifolium

Schizopetalon tenuifolium can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Schizopetalon tenuifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizopetalon tenuifolium?

Schizopetalon tenuifolium

What is the common name of Schizopetalon tenuifolium?

Slender-leaved Petalon

Where is Schizopetalon tenuifolium found?

South America

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,

References