Status:
valid
Authors:
Leonard
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 20: 487 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410435
Common Names
- Trichanthera corymbosa
- Corymbose Trichanthera
- Giant Spiderwort
Description
Trichanthera corymbosa (also called Corymbose Trichanthera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist and shady forests, meadows, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Trichanthera corymbosa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichanthera corymbosa has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centres and a single, long style. The seeds are small, round and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichanthera corymbosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a light, sandy soil.
Where to Find Trichanthera corymbosa
Trichanthera corymbosa can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Trichanthera corymbosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichanthera corymbosa?
Trichanthera corymbosa
What is the natural habitat of Trichanthera corymbosa?
It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What are the medicinal uses of Trichanthera corymbosa?
It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Species in the Trichanthera genus
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,