Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
307236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Homolle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 8: 31 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306568

Common Names

  • Purpurea Schismatoclada
  • Schismatoclada purpurea
  • Purpurea Schismatoclada Palm

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Description

Schismatoclada purpurea (also called Purple Schismatoclada, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schismatoclada purpurea 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 purpurea has small, purple 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 purpurea is a species of palm native to South America. It is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is typically propagated by seed, but can also be propagated by division of the clumps. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Schismatoclada purpurea

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

Schismatoclada purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schismatoclada purpurea?

Schismatoclada purpurea

What is the common name of Schismatoclada purpurea?

Purple Schismatoclada

What is the natural habitat of Schismatoclada purpurea?

Tropical rainforests

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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