Schrebera swietenioides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1799
Citation Micro:
Pl. Coromandel 2: 1 (1799)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818596
Common Names
- Schrebera Swietenioides
- Swietenioides Schrebera
- Swietenioides Schrebera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schrebera swietenioides (also called 'Swietenioides Schrebera', among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to India. It typically grows to a height of 4-6 feet and has fragrant, tubular white flowers. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Schrebera swietenioides is an ornamental shrub that is used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schrebera swietenioides is white and tubular with a yellow center. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schrebera swietenioides is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept moist until they have rooted. Layering can be done by bending a branch down to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until it has rooted, at which point it can be cut away from the parent plant.
Where to Find Schrebera swietenioides
Schrebera swietenioides can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Schrebera swietenioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schrebera swietenioides?
Schrebera swietenioides
What is the common name of Schrebera swietenioides?
Swietenia
What is the natural habitat of Schrebera swietenioides?
Tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka
Species in the Schrebera genus
Species in the Oleaceae family
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References
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:611071-1: 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].