Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
magnificum
ID:
307831

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. , Nachtr. 1: 313 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307163

Common Names

  • Magnificum schumanniophyton
  • Schumanniophyton magnificum
  • Magnificum shrub

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Synonyms

  • Tetrastigma magnificum K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Schumanniophyton magnificum (also called Magnificent shrub, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to West Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schumanniophyton magnificum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Schumanniophyton magnificum var. klaineanum (Perre ex A.Chev.) N.Hallé
Schumanniophyton magnificum var. magnificum
Schumanniophyton magnificum var. trimerum (R.D.Good) N.Hallé

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schumanniophyton magnificum has white flowers with five petals and a short, tubular corolla. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schumanniophyton magnificum 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 Schumanniophyton magnificum

Schumanniophyton magnificum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Schumanniophyton magnificum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schumanniophyton magnificum?

Schumanniophyton magnificum

What is the family of Schumanniophyton magnificum?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Schumanniophyton magnificum?

Magnificent palm

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-188461: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.