Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 407 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306577
Common Names
- Viburnoides Schismatoclada
- Schismatoclada viburnoides
- Viburnoides Schismatoclada Palm
Description
Schismatoclada viburnoides (also called Viburnum-like 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 viburnoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schismatoclada viburnoides has small, white flowers with five petals and a single, central pistil. The seed is a small, black, glossy nut. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Schismatoclada viburnoides 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 viburnoides
Schismatoclada viburnoides can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Schismatoclada viburnoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schismatoclada viburnoides?
Schismatoclada viburnoides
What is the common name of Schismatoclada viburnoides?
Viburnoides Schismatoclada
What is the natural habitat of Schismatoclada viburnoides?
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,