Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
turkii
ID:
628530

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
Anne-Elizabeth Wolf (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.-E.Wolf' in the authors string.