Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mertensiana
ID:
501641

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Siebold & Zucc.) Koidz.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 44: 107 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500973

Common Names

  • Schima mertensiana
  • Mertensiana Schima
  • Mertens' Schima

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Synonyms

  • Cleyera mertensiana Siebold & Zucc. [unknown]

Description

Schima mertensiana (also called 'Mertens' Schima', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a small shrub, growing to a maximum of 3 m in height. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Schima mertensiana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schima mertensiana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schima mertensiana is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Schima mertensiana

Schima mertensiana is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Schima mertensiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schima mertensiana?

Schima mertensiana

What type of plant is Schima mertensiana?

Tree

Where is Schima mertensiana native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Theaceae family

Apterosperma oblata, Archboldiodendron calosericeum, Balthasaria mannii, Balthasaria schliebenii, Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis,

References

Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:830442-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].