Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
linderi
ID:
307531

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch. & Dalziel) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 35: t. 3482 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306863

Common Names

  • Schizocolea linderi
  • Linderi Schizocolea
  • Linderi Palm

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Synonyms

  • Sabicea linderi (Hutch. & Dalziel) Bremek. [valid]
  • Urophyllum linderi Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]

Description

Schizocolea linderi (also called Linder's False Palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to tropical South America and is found in rainforests and other moist habitats. It has a slender trunk and long, feather-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Schizocolea linderi has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a food source, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schizocolea linderi is a white to yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with a short tube and five spreading lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizocolea linderi is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by division of the rootball.

Where to Find Schizocolea linderi

Schizocolea linderi can be found in tropical Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Schizocolea linderi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizocolea linderi?

Schizocolea linderi

What is the common name of Schizocolea linderi?

Linder's Schizocolea

What is the natural habitat of Schizocolea linderi?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Schizocolea genus

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-188145: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.