Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brandegee) B.L.Turner
Source:
tro
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 74: 102 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277877
Common Names
- Schistophragma polystachya
- Polystachya Schistophragma
- Schistophragma
Description
Schistophragma polystachya (also called Many-spiked Schistophragma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and produces small white flowers in the summer. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Schistophragma polystachya is a popular ornamental plant in gardens, as it is known for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where it can spread quickly.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schistophragma polystachya has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like formation. The seeds are small and black and are contained in a small, round capsule. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schistophragma polystachya is a tropical plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The cuttings should be watered regularly, but not over-watered. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers.
Where to Find Schistophragma polystachya
Schistophragma polystachya is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in countries such as Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Peru.
Schistophragma polystachya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schistophragma polystachya?
Schistophragma polystachya
What is the common name of Schistophragma polystachya?
Many-flowered Schistophragma
What is the natural habitat of Schistophragma polystachya?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Schistophragma genus
Species in the Plantaginaceae family
Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum,
Adenosma annamense,
Adenosma bracteosum,
Adenosma camphoratum,
Adenosma cordifolium,
Adenosma debilis,
Adenosma elsholtzioides,
Adenosma glutinosum,
Adenosma hirsutum,
Adenosma indianum,
Adenosma inopinatum,
Adenosma javanicum,
Adenosma macrophyllum,
Adenosma malabaricum,
Adenosma microcephalum,
Adenosma muelleri,
Adenosma nelsonioides,
Adenosma papuana,
Adenosma punctata,
Adenosma retusilobum,
Adenosma subrepens,
Adenosma ternata,
Adenosma thorelii,
Agathelpis adunca,
Agathelpis brevifolia,
Agathelpis mucronata,
Albraunia foveopilosa,
Albraunia fugax,
Albraunia psilosperma,
Anamaria heterophylla,
Anarrhinum bellidifolium,
Anarrhinum corsicum,
Anarrhinum duriminium,
Anarrhinum forsskaolii,
Anarrhinum fruticosum,
Anarrhinum intermedium,
Anarrhinum laxiflorum,
Anarrhinum longipedicellatum,
Anarrhinum orientale,
Anarrhinum pedatum,
Anarrhinum forskaohlii,
Ancistrostylis harmandii,
Angelonia acuminatissima,
Angelonia alternifolia,
Angelonia angustifolia,
Angelonia arguta,
Angelonia biflora,
Angelonia bisaccata,
Angelonia blanchetii,
Angelonia campestris,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:970545-1: 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].