Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
pterosperma
ID:
1279317

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) A.Braun

Source:
tro

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Ges. Naturf. Freunde Berlin 20: 24 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278655

Common Names

  • Schweinfurthia pterosperma
  • Winged-seed Schweinfurthia
  • Winged-seed False-castor-oil-plant
  • Winged-seed Umbrella-tree

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Description

Schweinfurthia pterosperma (also called Winged-seeded Schweinfurthia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found in the understory of the rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Schweinfurthia pterosperma is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schweinfurthia pterosperma has small white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schweinfurthia pterosperma is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist, well-draining soil. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Schweinfurthia pterosperma

Schweinfurthia pterosperma is native to the tropical regions of South America.

Schweinfurthia pterosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schweinfurthia pterosperma?

Schweinfurthia pterosperma

What is the common name of Schweinfurthia pterosperma?

Wing-seeded Schweinfurthia

Where is Schweinfurthia pterosperma native to?

Central and South America

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

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Alexander Braun (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Braun' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:808971-1: 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].