Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
surinamensis
ID:
307810

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 75: 569 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307142

Common Names

  • Surinamensis shradera
  • Schradera surinamensis
  • Surinamensis shrub

Searching for Schradera surinamensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Schradera surinamensis (also called Surinam 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 surinamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Searching for Schradera surinamensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Schradera surinamensis is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune after flowering to keep it compact.

Where to Find Schradera surinamensis

Schradera surinamensis is native to Suriname and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Schradera surinamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schradera surinamensis?

Schradera surinamensis

What is the family of Schradera surinamensis?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Schradera surinamensis?

Surinam palm

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,

References