Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
505683

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Choisy) Bedell ex Gir.-Cañas

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 23(1): 341 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505015

Common Names

  • Brazilian Schwartzia
  • Schwartzia Brasiliensis
  • Brasiliensis Schwartzia

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Synonyms

  • Norantea brasiliensis Choisy [unknown]
  • Norantea bahiensis Mart. ex Wittm. [unknown]
  • Norantea selloi G.Don [unknown]
  • Schwartzia glabra Vell. [unknown]
  • Ascium selloi Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Schwartzia brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Schwartzia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has narrow, oblong leaves and can reach up to 10 meters in height. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Schwartzia brasiliensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schwartzia brasiliensis has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schwartzia brasiliensis is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is an evergreen perennial that grows to 1 m (3 ft) tall and wide. It has long, narrow, grey-green leaves and produces yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Schwartzia brasiliensis

Schwartzia brasiliensis is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Schwartzia brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schwartzia brasiliensis?

Schwartzia brasiliensis

What is the natural habitat of Schwartzia brasiliensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

What are the common names of Schwartzia brasiliensis?

Brazilian Schwartzia, Giant Schwartzia

Species in the Marcgraviaceae family

Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2601285: Based on the initial data import
Jacques Denys Choisy (1799-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Choisy' in the authors string.
Hollis G. Bedell (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bedell' in the authors string.
Diego Giraldo-Cañas (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gir.-Cañas' in the authors string.