Status:
valid
Authors:
L.M.Perry
Source:
ksu
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 30: 154 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000441596
Common Names
- Schizomeria orthophlebia
- Orthophlebia Schizomeria
- Orthophlebia Schizomeria
Description
Schizomeria orthophlebia (also called Orthophlebia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and trifoliate leaves. It grows in moist areas, such as along streams and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Schizomeria orthophlebia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a drought-tolerant plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin problems, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schizomeria orthophlebia is white with yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schizomeria orthophlebia is a perennial that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Schizomeria orthophlebia
Schizomeria orthophlebia is found in the Caribbean and Central America.
Schizomeria orthophlebia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schizomeria orthophlebia?
Schizomeria orthophlebia
What is the common name of Schizomeria orthophlebia?
Orthophlebic schizomeria
What is the natural habitat of Schizomeria orthophlebia?
It is found in moist forests and disturbed areas in the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador
Species in the Schizomeria genus
Species in the Cunoniaceae family
Ackama australiensis,
Ackama nubicola,
Ackama paniculosa,
Ackama rosifolia,
Acrophyllum australe,
Acrophyllum venosum,
Aistopetalum multiflorum,
Aistopetalum viticoides,
Anodopetalum biglandulosum,
Bauera capitata,
Bauera rubioides,
Bauera sessiliflora,
Caldcluvia paniculata,
Callicoma serratifolia,
Ceratopetalum apetalum,
Ceratopetalum corymbosum,
Ceratopetalum gummiferum,
Ceratopetalum hylandii,
Ceratopetalum iugumense,
Ceratopetalum macrophyllum,
Ceratopetalum succirubrum,
Ceratopetalum tetrapterum,
Ceratopetalum virchowii,
Codia belepensis,
Codia jaffrei,
Codia mackeeana,
Codia triverticillata,
Codia albicans,
Codia albifrons,
Codia cinerascens,
Codia discolor,
Codia ferruginea,
Codia fusca,
Codia incrassata,
Codia microphylla,
Codia montana,
Codia nitida,
Codia spatulata,
Codia xerophila,
Cunonia alticola,
Cunonia aoupiniensis,
Cunonia atrorubens,
Cunonia austrocaledonica,
Cunonia balansae,
Cunonia bernieri,
Cunonia bullata,
Cunonia capensis,
Cunonia cerifera,
Cunonia deplanchei,
Cunonia lenormandii,