Schwartzia jimenezii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jimenezii
ID:
1241208
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Standl.) Bedell
Source:
tro
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 119: 328 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240546
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schwartzia jimenezii (also called Jimenez Schwartzia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Costa Rica. It has a rounded, bushy habit and grows to a height of 1.5 meters. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Schwartzia jimenezii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schwartzia jimenezii is a white to yellow color, with a five-petaled corolla. The seeds are small, black, and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schwartzia jimenezii is a flowering plant native to Central America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Seeds can also be sown in the spring.
Where to Find Schwartzia jimenezii
Schwartzia jimenezii can be found in tropical areas of Central and South America, such as Mexico and Peru.
Schwartzia jimenezii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schwartzia jimenezii?
Schwartzia jimenezii
What is the common name of Schwartzia jimenezii?
Jimenez's Schwartzia
Where is Schwartzia jimenezii found?
Mexico
Species in the Schwartzia genus
Schwartzia chocoensis, Schwartzia brasiliensis, Schwartzia antioquensis, Schwartzia andina, Schwartzia costaricensis, Schwartzia weddelliana, Schwartzia spiciflora, Schwartzia renvoizei, Schwartzia parrae, Schwartzia magnifica, Schwartzia lozaniana, Schwartzia adamantium, Schwartzia geniculatiflora, Schwartzia jucuensis, Schwartzia pterosara, Schwartzia brenesii, Schwartzia jimenezii, Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae, Schwartzia tarrazuensis, Schwartzia petersonii,
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 tro-50107779: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Hollis G. Bedell (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bedell' in the authors string.