Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colombiana
ID:
1281020

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.S.Cowan) Torke

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon17: 112 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280358

Common Names

  • Swartzia Colombiana
  • Colombiana Swartzia
  • Colombiana's Swartzia

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Description

Swartzia colombiana (also called Colombian Swartzia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Swartzia colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Swartzia colombiana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swartzia colombiana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Swartzia colombiana

Swartzia colombiana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Swartzia colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swartzia colombiana?

Swartzia colombiana

What is the common name of Swartzia colombiana?

Colombian Swartzia

What is the habitat of Swartzia colombiana?

Woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Swartzia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Benjamin M. Torke: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torke' in the authors string.