Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Homolle
Source:
wcs
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 8: 32 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306573
Common Names
- Thouarsiana Schismatoclada
- Schismatoclada thouarsiana
- Thouarsiana Schismatoclada Palm
Synonyms
- Mussaenda thouarsiana Baill. [valid]
Description
Schismatoclada thouarsiana (also called Thouars' 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 thouarsiana 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 thouarsiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Schismatoclada thouarsiana is best done by division of the rhizome. The rhizome should be divided into sections with at least one growing point and planted in a well-draining soil mix. It is best to water the plant regularly and provide it with plenty of light and humidity.
Where to Find Schismatoclada thouarsiana
Schismatoclada thouarsiana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Schismatoclada thouarsiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schismatoclada thouarsiana?
Schismatoclada thouarsiana
What is the common name of Schismatoclada thouarsiana?
Thouars Schismatoclada
What is the natural habitat of Schismatoclada thouarsiana?
Tropical rainforests
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,