Status:
valid
Authors:
Lowry, G.E.Schatz, J.-F.Leroy & A.-E.Wolf
Source:
iplants
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 207 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627862
Common Names
- Turk's Schizolaena
- Turk's Laurel
- Turkii Schizolaena
Description
Schizolaena turkii (also called Turk's Schizolaena, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Madagascar. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 15 m tall. Its leaves are glossy, dark green and lanceolate, and its flowers are small and yellow-green. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforest margins.
Uses & Benefits
Schizolaena turkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin ailments and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schizolaena turkii has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schizolaena turkii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and given regular watering.
Where to Find Schizolaena turkii
Schizolaena turkii is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.
Schizolaena turkii FAQ
What is the common name of Schizolaena turkii?
Turk's Schizolaena
What is the natural habitat of Schizolaena turkii?
It is native to tropical Africa.
What is the size of Schizolaena turkii?
It grows to a height of 5–10 m (16–33 ft).
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,