Schismatoclada coursiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coursiana
ID:
307225
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cavaco
Source:
wcs
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 8: 70 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306557
Common Names
- Coursiana Schismatoclada
- Schismatoclada coursiana
- Coursiana Schismatoclada Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schismatoclada coursiana (also called Cours' Schismatoclada, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Central and South America. It has small yellow flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is found in Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.
Uses & Benefits
Schismatoclada coursiana is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make natural dyes for fabrics and paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Schismatoclada coursiana has small yellow flowers that are clustered in umbels. The flowers are followed by small, round, green fruits that turn black when ripe. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schismatoclada coursiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but reduce watering in winter. Fertilize once a year with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Schismatoclada coursiana
Schismatoclada coursiana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Schismatoclada coursiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schismatoclada coursiana?
Schismatoclada coursiana
What type of plant is Schismatoclada coursiana?
Schismatoclada coursiana is a shrub
Where is Schismatoclada coursiana native to?
Schismatoclada coursiana is native to Southeast Asia
Species in the Schismatoclada genus
Schismatoclada aurantiaca, Schismatoclada aurea, Schismatoclada bracteata, Schismatoclada citrifolia, Schismatoclada concinna, Schismatoclada coursiana, Schismatoclada farahimpensis, Schismatoclada homollei, Schismatoclada humbertiana, Schismatoclada longistipula, Schismatoclada lutea, Schismatoclada marojejyensis, Schismatoclada psychotrioides, Schismatoclada pubescens, Schismatoclada purpurea, Schismatoclada rubra, Schismatoclada thouarsiana, Schismatoclada villiflora, Schismatoclada viburnoides, Schismatoclada spathulata,
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-187854: Based on the initial data import
Alberto Judice Leote Cavaco (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavaco' in the authors string.