Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
492337

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes. & G.M.Schulze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69: 266 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491669

Common Names

  • Phrynium schlechteri
  • Schlechteri
  • Schlechteri Phrynium

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Description

Phrynium schlechteri (also called Schlechter's Phrynium, among many other common names) is a herb that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It has white flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phrynium schlechteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds. The leaves are also used to make a tea that is believed to have calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phrynium schlechteri are yellowish-green, with four petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phrynium schlechteri is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Phrynium schlechteri

Phrynium schlechteri can be found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

Phrynium schlechteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phrynium schlechteri?

Phrynium schlechteri

What is the common name of Phrynium schlechteri?

Schlechter's Phrynium

What is the natural habitat of Phrynium schlechteri?

Tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia

Species in the Marantaceae family

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References

Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
Georg Martin Schulze (1906-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Schulze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:565228-1: Based on the initial data import