Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevipes
ID:
307751

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10: 263 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307083

Common Names

  • Schradera brevipes
  • Short-stalked Schradera
  • Schrader's Shrub

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Description

Schradera brevipes (also called Short-Leafed Schradera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist forests, along streams, and in disturbed areas. It has simple, alternate leaves with entire margins and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Schradera brevipes is used for making baskets, furniture, and other products. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schradera brevipes has small, white or yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schradera brevipes is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Schradera brevipes

Schradera brevipes is native to the Amazon region of South America.

Schradera brevipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schradera brevipes?

Schradera brevipes

What is the common name of Schradera brevipes?

Brevipes

What is the natural habitat of Schradera brevipes?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Schradera genus

Schradera acuminata, Schradera acutifolia, Schradera andina, Schradera bipedunculata, Schradera brasiliensis, Schradera brevipes, Schradera cacuminis, Schradera campii, Schradera clusiifolia, Schradera costaricensis, Schradera cuatrecasasii, Schradera cubensis, Schradera elmeri, Schradera exotica, Schradera glabriflora, Schradera grandiflora, Schradera hilliifolia, Schradera involucrata, Schradera korthalsiana, Schradera ledermannii, Schradera lehmannii, Schradera luxurians, Schradera maguirei, Schradera marahuacensis, Schradera marginalis, Schradera membranacea, Schradera monantha, Schradera monocephala, Schradera montana, Schradera neeoides, Schradera negrensis, Schradera nervulosa, Schradera nilssonii, Schradera novoguineensis, Schradera pentacme, Schradera polycephala, Schradera polysperma, Schradera pseudonervulosa, Schradera puberula, Schradera pulverulenta, Schradera ramiflora, Schradera revoluta, Schradera rotundata, Schradera schlechteri, Schradera stellata, Schradera suaveolens, Schradera subandina, Schradera subsessilis, Schradera surinamensis, Schradera ternata,

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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