Arjona schumanniana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schumanniana
ID:
549195
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pilg.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 1029 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548527
Common Names
- Schumann's Arjona
- Schumann's Carrotwood
- Schumann's Carrot Wood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arjona schumanniana (also called Schumann's Arjona, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a stem that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Arjona schumanniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arjona schumanniana is a white or yellowish-green, tubular flower with a long, curved spur. The seed is a small, dark brown, triangular-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single, unbranched stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arjona schumanniana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Arjona schumanniana
Arjona schumanniana is native to Argentina and Chile.
Arjona schumanniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arjona schumanniana?
Arjona schumanniana
What is the common name of Arjona schumanniana?
Schumann's Arjona
What is the natural habitat of Arjona schumanniana?
Arjona schumanniana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Arjona genus
Species in the Schoepfiaceae family
Arjona longifolia, Arjona megapotamica, Arjona patagonica, Arjona pusilla, Arjona schumanniana, Arjona tuberosa, Quinchamalium chilense, Quinchamalium fruticulosum, Quinchamalium peruviauum, Quinchamalium peruvianum, Schoepfia tepuiensis, Schoepfia scopulorum, Schoepfia schreberi, Schoepfia parvifolia, Schoepfia velutina, Schoepfia clarkii, Schoepfia brasiliensis, Schoepfia macrophylla, Schoepfia lucida, Schoepfia multiflora, Schoepfia pringlei, Schoepfia arenaria, Schoepfia obovata, Schoepfia flexuosa, Schoepfia vacciniiflora, Schoepfia fragrans, Schoepfia jasminodora, Schoepfia chinensis, Schoepfia tetramera, Schoepfia californica, Schoepfia shreveana, Schoepfia didyma, Schoepfia haitiensis, Schoepfia harrisii, Schoepfia stenophylla, Schoepfia cubensis, Schoepfia griffithii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2652076: Based on the initial data import
Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.