Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kaieteurensis
ID:
1281023

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.S.Cowan) Torke

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon17: 113 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280361

Common Names

  • Swartzia Kaieteurensis
  • Kaieteurensis Swartzia
  • Kaieteurensis's Swartzia

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Description

Swartzia kaieteurensis (also called Kaieteur Swartzia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Swartzia kaieteurensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Swartzia kaieteurensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swartzia kaieteurensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Swartzia kaieteurensis

Swartzia kaieteurensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Swartzia kaieteurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swartzia kaieteurensis?

Swartzia kaieteurensis

What is the common name of Swartzia kaieteurensis?

Kaieteur Swartzia

What is the habitat of Swartzia kaieteurensis?

Woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Swartzia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Benjamin M. Torke: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torke' in the authors string.