Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
lutea
ID:
307230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Homolle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 8: 30 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306562

Common Names

  • Lutea Schismatoclada
  • Schismatoclada lutea
  • Lutea Schismatoclada Palm

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Description

Schismatoclada lutea (also called Yellow 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 lutea 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

Schismatoclada lutea has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schismatoclada lutea 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 lutea

Schismatoclada lutea can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Schismatoclada lutea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schismatoclada lutea?

Schismatoclada lutea

What is the family of Schismatoclada lutea?

Palmae

What is the growth habit of Schismatoclada lutea?

It is an evergreen shrub or small tree

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,

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