Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diaz-piedrahitae
ID:
1265299
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gir.-Cañas
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 25: 480 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264637
Common Names
- Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae
- Diaz-Piedrahita's Schwartzia
- Diaz-Piedrahitae Schwartzia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae (also called Diaz-Piedrahita's Schwartzia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas. It is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and gardens.
Uses & Benefits
Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a source of food, fuel, and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae is an evergreen shrub that is easy to grow from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring and keep the soil moist until the plants are established. Propagation can also be done by cuttings.
Where to Find Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae
Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae is native to Colombia and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.
Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae FAQ
What are the common names of Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae?
Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae is commonly known as the diaz-piedrahita's schwartzia.
Where does Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae grow?
Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae is native to tropical America.
What is the growth habit of Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae?
Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 6 feet tall and wide.
Species in the Schwartzia genus
Schwartzia chocoensis, Schwartzia brasiliensis, Schwartzia antioquensis, Schwartzia andina, Schwartzia costaricensis, Schwartzia weddelliana, Schwartzia spiciflora, Schwartzia renvoizei, Schwartzia parrae, Schwartzia magnifica, Schwartzia lozaniana, Schwartzia adamantium, Schwartzia geniculatiflora, Schwartzia jucuensis, Schwartzia pterosara, Schwartzia brenesii, Schwartzia jimenezii, Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae, Schwartzia tarrazuensis, Schwartzia petersonii,
Species in the Marcgraviaceae family
Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,
References
Diego Giraldo-Cañas (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gir.-Cañas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:322692-2: Based on the initial data import