Status:
valid
Authors:
Britton & Killip
Source:
ildis
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Ann. New York Acad. Sci.35: 163 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000166644
Synonyms
- Bauhinia stenoloba (Britton & Killip) Wunderlin [valid]
Description
Schnella stenoloba (also called 'Stenoloba Schnella', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub, usually growing up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is usually found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Schnella stenoloba is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to tropical Africa and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for shade in coffee plantations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schnella stenoloba is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schnella stenoloba is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to tropical America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Schnella stenoloba
Schnella stenoloba is native to tropical regions of Africa, India, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry and moist deciduous forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Schnella stenoloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schnella stenoloba?
Schnella stenoloba
What is the common name of Schnella stenoloba?
Narrow-lobed schnella
What is the natural habitat of Schnella stenoloba?
Schnella stenoloba is native to tropical Africa and India
Species in the Schnella genus
Schnella glabra,
Schnella herrerae,
Schnella hymenaeifolia,
Schnella microstachya,
Schnella stenoloba,
Schnella smilacina,
Schnella umbriana,
Schnella macrostachya,
Schnella lilacina,
Schnella maximiliani,
Schnella poiteauana,
Schnella trichosepala,
Schnella alata,
Schnella altiscandens,
Schnella anamesa,
Schnella angulosa,
Schnella carvalhoi,
Schnella confertiflora,
Schnella cupreonitens,
Schnella erythrantha,
Schnella grazielae,
Schnella guianensis,
Schnella klugii,
Schnella kunthiana,
Schnella longiseta,
Schnella outimouta,
Schnella platycalyx,
Schnella porphyrotricha,
Schnella pterocalyx,
Schnella reflexa,
Schnella riedeliana,
Schnella siqueirae,
Schnella sprucei,
Schnella surinamensis,
Schnella uleana,
Schnella vestita,
Schnella bahiachalensis,
Schnella accrescens,
Schnella guentheri,
Schnella hirsutissima,
Schnella scala-simiae,
Schnella vulpina,
Schnella splendens,
Schnella flexuosa,
Schnella excisa,
Schnella obovata,
Schnella rutilans,
Species in the Fabaceae family