Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hilliifolia
ID:
307766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10: 269 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307098

Common Names

  • Schradera hilliifolia
  • Hille's-leaved Schradera
  • Schrader's Shrub

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Description

Schradera hilliifolia (also called Hill's Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree native to the Caribbean. It is a small palm tree, growing up to 5 m tall, with a slender trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schradera hilliifolia is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schradera hilliifolia 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 hilliifolia

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

Schradera hilliifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schradera hilliifolia?

Schradera hilliifolia

What type of plant is Schradera hilliifolia?

Palm

Where is Schradera hilliifolia native to?

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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