Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
schumanniana
ID:
838483

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Krause) Kårehed & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1076 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837818

Common Names

  • Schumanniana Phyllopentas
  • Phyllopentas Schumanniana
  • Schumanniana Starburst

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Description

Phyllopentas schumanniana (also called Schumann's Phyllopentas, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Congo. It has a thick, fleshy rhizome and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllopentas schumanniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllopentas schumanniana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllopentas schumanniana is a species of plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to Colombia. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and allowed to dry out between waterings. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature stems and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Phyllopentas schumanniana

Phyllopentas schumanniana is found in Central and East Africa.

Phyllopentas schumanniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllopentas schumanniana?

Phyllopentas schumanniana

What is the family of Phyllopentas schumanniana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Phyllopentas schumanniana?

Schumann's phyllopentas

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-375109: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Jesper Kårehed (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kårehed' in the authors string.