Status:
valid
Authors:
Capuron
Source:
iplants
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 3: 396 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627776
Common Names
- Schizolaena pectinata
- Pectinata Schizolaena
- Pectinata's Schizolaena
Description
Schizolaena pectinata (also called 'Pectinate Schizolaena' and 'Pectinate Schizolaena', among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Madagascar. It grows in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest, usually in areas with high humidity and rainfall.
Uses & Benefits
Schizolaena pectinata is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Schizolaena pectinata are white or cream-colored, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schizolaena pectinata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and warm temperatures for successful propagation.
Where to Find Schizolaena pectinata
Schizolaena pectinata is native to Madagascar and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the region.
Schizolaena pectinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schizolaena pectinata?
Schizolaena pectinata
What is the common name of Schizolaena pectinata?
Pectinate Schizolaena
Where is Schizolaena pectinata found?
Schizolaena pectinata is found in Madagascar.
Species in the Schizolaena genus
Schizolaena capuronii,
Schizolaena cauliflora,
Schizolaena cavacoana,
Schizolaena charlotteae,
Schizolaena elongata,
Schizolaena exinvolucrata,
Schizolaena gereaui,
Schizolaena hystrix,
Schizolaena isaloensis,
Schizolaena manomboensis,
Schizolaena masoalensis,
Schizolaena microphylla,
Schizolaena milleri,
Schizolaena noronhae,
Schizolaena parviflora,
Schizolaena parvipetala,
Schizolaena pectinata,
Schizolaena raymondii,
Schizolaena rosea,
Schizolaena tampoketsana,
Schizolaena turkii,
Schizolaena viscosa,
Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family
Eremolaena darainensis,
Eremolaena humblotiana,
Eremolaena rotundifolia,
Leptolaena abrahamii,
Leptolaena arenaria,
Leptolaena cuspidata,
Leptolaena delphinensis,
Leptolaena gautieri,
Leptolaena masoalensis,
Leptolaena multiflora,
Leptolaena pauciflora,
Leptolaena raymondii,
Mediusella bernieri,
Pentachlaena betamponensis,
Pentachlaena latifolia,
Pentachlaena orientalis,
Pentachlaena vestita,
Perrierodendron boinense,
Perrierodendron capuronii,
Perrierodendron occidentale,
Perrierodendron quartzitorum,
Perrierodendron rodoense,
Rhodolaena acutifolia,
Rhodolaena altivola,
Rhodolaena bakeriana,
Rhodolaena coriacea,
Rhodolaena humblotii,
Rhodolaena leroyana,
Rhodolaena macrocarpa,
Sarcolaena codonochlamys,
Sarcolaena delphinensis,
Sarcolaena eriophora,
Sarcolaena grandiflora,
Sarcolaena humbertiana,
Sarcolaena isaloensis,
Sarcolaena multiflora,
Sarcolaena oblongifolia,
Schizolaena capuronii,
Schizolaena cauliflora,
Schizolaena cavacoana,
Schizolaena charlotteae,
Schizolaena elongata,
Schizolaena exinvolucrata,
Schizolaena gereaui,
Schizolaena hystrix,
Schizolaena isaloensis,
Schizolaena manomboensis,
Schizolaena masoalensis,
Schizolaena microphylla,
Schizolaena milleri,