Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
307684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schauer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 17: 241 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307016

Common Names

  • Obovata Scholtzia
  • Scholtzia Obovata
  • Obovata Scholtzia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Pritzelia obovata Schauer ex Walp. [unknown]

Description

Scholtzia obovata (also called Obovate Scholtzia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is a small, shrubby plant with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to tropical South America, where it is found in open habitats, such as savannas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Scholtzia obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers attract bees and other pollinators, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scholtzia obovata has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, round capsule containing small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scholtzia obovata can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a warm, humid, and shaded environment with moist, well-drained soil. It is important to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground.

Where to Find Scholtzia obovata

Scholtzia obovata can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Scholtzia obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scholtzia obovata?

Scholtzia obovata

Where is Scholtzia obovata found?

Scholtzia obovata is found in tropical South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

What does Scholtzia obovata look like?

Scholtzia obovata is a small, perennial herb with a single, erect stem and small, white flowers.

Species in the Scholtzia genus

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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