Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Species:
capillaris
ID:
1175794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hampe

Source:
tro

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Dansk Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 6: 145 1875

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001175132

Common Names

  • Schlotheimia capillaris
  • Hairy Schlotheimia
  • Capillaris Schlotheimia

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Description

Schlotheimia capillaris (also called Hairy Schlotheimia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with opposite, simple leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Schlotheimia capillaris has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. It has also been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Additionally, it has been used as a natural insect repellent and to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schlotheimia capillaris is small and white, with four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Schlotheimia capillaris is best done through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. They should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should germinate within a few weeks. Propagation can also be done through cuttings, which should be taken from the tips of the stems. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. They should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Schlotheimia capillaris

Schlotheimia capillaris can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in southern Europe and North Africa.

Species in the Schlotheimia genus

Schlotheimia affinis, Schlotheimia angulosa, Schlotheimia angustata, Schlotheimia appressifolia, Schlotheimia appunii, Schlotheimia araucarieti, Schlotheimia argentinica, Schlotheimia asperrima, Schlotheimia atlantica, Schlotheimia badiella, Schlotheimia balfourii, Schlotheimia boiviniana, Schlotheimia brachyphylla, Schlotheimia breviseta, Schlotheimia brownii, Schlotheimia calomitria, Schlotheimia campbelliana, Schlotheimia campylopus, Schlotheimia capillaris, Schlotheimia capillidens, Schlotheimia chamissonis, Schlotheimia clavata, Schlotheimia conica, Schlotheimia densifolia, Schlotheimia dichotoma, Schlotheimia elata, Schlotheimia emarginato-pilosa, Schlotheimia excorrugata, Schlotheimia ferruginea, Schlotheimia fornicata, Schlotheimia funiformis, Schlotheimia fuscoviridis, Schlotheimia gauthieri, Schlotheimia glauca, Schlotheimia glaziovii, Schlotheimia gracilescens, Schlotheimia gracilis, Schlotheimia grammocarpa, Schlotheimia grandi-areolata, Schlotheimia henscheniana, Schlotheimia jamesonii, Schlotheimia juliformis, Schlotheimia kegeliana, Schlotheimia knightii, Schlotheimia krausei, Schlotheimia lancifolia, Schlotheimia lasiomitria, Schlotheimia linearifolia, Schlotheimia lindmanii, Schlotheimia longicaulis,

Species in the Orthotrichaceae family

Cardotiella appendiculata, Cardotiella quinquefaria, Cardotiella renauldii, Cardotiella secunda, Cardotiella subappendiculata, Cardotiella elimbata, Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa, Desmotheca apiculata, Desmotheca brachiata, Florschuetziella steerei, Florschuetziella scaberrima, Groutiella tumidula, Groutiella chimborazensis, Groutiella apiculata, Groutiella husnotii, Groutiella macrorrhyncha, Groutiella mucronifolia, Groutiella subgoniorrhyncha, Groutiella thraustophylla, Groutiella tomentosa, Groutiella wagneriana, Groutiella obtusa, Groutiella maracaibensis, Groutiella reesei, Groutiella tuberculata, Leiomitrium plicatum, Leratia neocaledonica, Leratia obtusifolia, Leratia exigua, Macrocoma tenuis, Macrocoma orthotrichoides, Macrocoma abyssinica, Macrocoma brasiliensis, Macrocoma iwatsukii, Macrocoma frigida, Macrocoma gastonyi, Macrocoma lycopodioides, Macrocoma pulchella, Macromitrium chloromitrium, Macromitrium perreflexum, Macromitrium onraedtii, Macromitrium sharpii, Macromitrium lomasense, Macromitrium fusco-aureum, Macromitrium galipense, Macromitrium gigasporum, Macromitrium glabratum, Macromitrium globirameum, Macromitrium gracile, Macromitrium greenmanii,

References

Georg Ernst Ludwig Hampe (1795-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hampe' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35149449: Based on data supplied by Bryonames