Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Chev.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Bot. France 8: 180 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818551
Common Names
- Schrebera arborea
- Arborea Schrebera
- Schrebera Arborea
Description
Schrebera arborea (also called Arboreal Schrebera, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and an upright habit. It is native to China and is found in open woodlands and scrub. It has fragrant, white flowers in spring and dark green foliage in summer.
Uses & Benefits
Schrebera arborea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak. It is also used for timber, fuel, and fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Schrebera arborea are white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schrebera arborea is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be cultivated in a wide range of soils, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Schrebera arborea
Schrebera arborea is native to India and can be found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands. It is also widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Schrebera arborea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schrebera arborea?
Schrebera arborea
What is the common name of Schrebera arborea?
Arborea
What is the natural habitat of Schrebera arborea?
Dry deciduous forests
Species in the Schrebera genus
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Chionanthus macrothyrsus,
Chionanthus acunae,
Chionanthus adamsii,
Chionanthus albidiflorus,
Chionanthus amblirrhinus,
Chionanthus avilensis,
Chionanthus axillaris,
Chionanthus axilliflorus,
Chionanthus bakeri,
Chionanthus balgooyanus,
Chionanthus beccarii,
Chionanthus brachystachys,
Chionanthus brassii,
Chionanthus bumelioides,
Chionanthus callophylloides,
Chionanthus callophyllus,
Chionanthus caudifolius,
Chionanthus caymanensis,
Chionanthus celebicus,
Chionanthus clementis,
Chionanthus compactus,
Chionanthus cordulatus,
Chionanthus coriaceus,
Chionanthus crassifolius,
Chionanthus crispus,
Chionanthus curvicarpus,
Chionanthus cuspidatus,
Chionanthus decipiens,
Chionanthus densiflorus,
Chionanthus dictyophyllus,
Chionanthus diversifolius,
Chionanthus domingensis,
Chionanthus dussii,
Chionanthus ellipticus,
Chionanthus enervis,
Chionanthus eriorachis,
Chionanthus evenius,
Chionanthus ferrugineus,
Chionanthus filiformis,
Chionanthus fluminensis,
Chionanthus gigas,
Chionanthus globosus,
Chionanthus glomeratus,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:611046-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].