Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revoluta
ID:
307802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 4: 285 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307134

Common Names

  • Revoluta shradera
  • Schradera revoluta
  • Revoluta shrub

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Description

Schradera revoluta (also called Revolute 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 revoluta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schradera revoluta has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, thin stems and bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schradera revoluta is a species of palm tree native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing, solitary palm that can reach up to 10 m (33 ft) in height. It is a popular ornamental plant and is grown in gardens and parks. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the suckers that form at the base of the trunk. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Schradera revoluta

Schradera revoluta is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Schradera revoluta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schradera revoluta?

Schradera revoluta

What is the natural habitat of Schradera revoluta?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What are the common names of Schradera revoluta?

Revolute shrub

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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