Schindleria densiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
densiflora
ID:
506500
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kuntze) Monach.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 4: 39 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505832
Common Names
- Schindleria densiflora
- Dense-Flowered Schindleria
- Dense-Flowered Schindleria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Rivina densiflora Kuntze [unknown]
- Schindleria weberbaueri O.C.Schmidt [unknown]
- Schindleria rivinoides (Rusby) H.Walter [unknown]
- Villamillia rivinioides Rusby [unknown]
Description
Schindleria densiflora (also called Dense-flowered Schindleria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with an erect stem and a woody base. It is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands, and it is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Schindleria densiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schindleria densiflora is pink and bell-shaped with 5 petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schindleria densiflora can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but may need additional water in hot climates. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Schindleria densiflora
Schindleria densiflora is native to the Himalayas, China, and Japan.
Schindleria densiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schindleria densiflora?
Schindleria densiflora
What is the common name of Schindleria densiflora?
Dense-flowered Schindleria
What is the natural habitat of Schindleria densiflora?
It is native to moist forests and thickets in tropical Asia
Species in the Schindleria genus
Species in the Petiveriaceae family
Gallesia integrifolia, Hilleria latifolia, Hilleria secunda, Hilleria longifolia, Ledenbergia seguierioides, Ledenbergia peruviana, Ledenbergia macrantha, Monococcus echinophorus, Petiveria alliacea, Rivina humilis, Schindleria rosea, Schindleria densiflora, Schindleria tomentosa, Schindleria racemosa, Schindleria rosea-aenia, Schindleria rosea-aenea, Seguieria aculeata, Seguieria americana, Seguieria macrophylla, Seguieria langsdorffii, Seguieria paraguayensis, Seguieria brevithyrsa, Trichostigma polyandrum, Trichostigma octandrum, Trichostigma peruvianum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2602715: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Joseph Vincent Monachino (1911-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Monach.' in the authors string.