Status:
valid
Authors:
Sabatier
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 90: 206 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276727
Common Names
- Sylvaticus Schistostemon
- Woodland Schistostemon
- Schistostemon sylvaticus
Description
Schistostemon sylvaticus (also called Woodland Schistostemon, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Schistostemon sylvaticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to thrive in shady areas. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schistostemon sylvaticus is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black seed with a white coating. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schistostemon sylvaticus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Schistostemon sylvaticus
Schistostemon sylvaticus can be found in wetland areas in Southeast Asia.
Schistostemon sylvaticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schistostemon sylvaticus?
Schistostemon sylvaticus
What is the common name of Schistostemon sylvaticus?
Woodland Schistostemon
What is the natural habitat of Schistostemon sylvaticus?
Moist areas
Species in the Schistostemon genus
Schistostemon auyantepuiense,
Schistostemon retusum,
Schistostemon fernandezii,
Schistostemon oblongifolium,
Schistostemon reticulatum,
Schistostemon dichotomum,
Schistostemon macrophyllum,
Schistostemon densiflorum,
Schistostemon sylvaticus,
Schistostemon auyantepuiensis,
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
Daniel Sabatier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sabatier' in the authors string.