Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
fernandezii
ID:
499382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 261 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498714

Common Names

  • Fernandez's Schistostemon
  • Fernandez's Schistostemony
  • Fernandez's Schistostemony

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Description

Schistostemon fernandezii (also called 'Fernandez's Schistostemon', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub with bright green, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to India and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Schistostemon fernandezii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schistostemon fernandezii has yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schistostemon fernandezii is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division.

Where to Find Schistostemon fernandezii

Schistostemon fernandezii is native to Venezuela. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.

Schistostemon fernandezii FAQ

What is the common name of Schistostemon fernandezii?

Fernandez Daisy

What is the scientific name of Fernandez Daisy?

Schistostemon fernandezii

What is the growth habit of Fernandez Daisy?

It is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump with a height of up to 30 cm (12 in).

Species in the Humiriaceae family

Duckesia verrucosa, Endopleura uchi, Humiria balsamifera, Humiria crassifolia, Humiria fruticosa, Humiria wurdackii, Humiria crassifolia, Humiriastrum colombianum, Humiriastrum cuspidatum, Humiriastrum diguense, Humiriastrum liesneri, Humiriastrum mussunungense, Humiriastrum obovatum, Humiriastrum ottohuberi, Humiriastrum piraparanense, Humiriastrum excelsum, Humiriastrum procerum, Humiriastrum melanocarpum, Humiriastrum glaziovii, Humiriastrum mapiriense, Humiriastrum villosum, Humiriastrum dentatum, Humiriastrum subcrenatum, Humiriastrum spiritu-sancti, Hylocarpa heterocarpa, Sacoglottis gabonensis, Sacoglottis maguirei, Sacoglottis mattogrossensis, Sacoglottis guianensis, Sacoglottis cydonioides, Sacoglottis amazonica, Sacoglottis ceratocarpa, Sacoglottis trichogyna, Sacoglottis ovicarpa, Sacoglottis holdridgei, Schistostemon auyantepuiense, Schistostemon retusum, Schistostemon fernandezii, Schistostemon oblongifolium, Schistostemon reticulatum, Schistostemon dichotomum, Schistostemon macrophyllum, Schistostemon densiflorum, Schistostemon sylvaticus, Schistostemon auyantepuiensis, Vantanea minor, Vantanea guianensis, Vantanea parviflora, Vantanea macrocarpa, Vantanea obovata,

References