Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
gigantea
ID:
411104

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bonpl.) Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 218 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410436

Common Names

  • Trichanthera gigantea
  • Giant Trichanthera
  • Giant Spiderwort

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Synonyms

  • Besleria surinamensis Miq. [unknown]
  • Besleria verrucosa Pulle [unknown]
  • Clerodendrum verrucosum Splitg. ex de Vriese [unknown]

Description

Trichanthera gigantea (also called Giant 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 gigantea 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 gigantea 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichanthera gigantea 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 gigantea

Trichanthera gigantea can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Trichanthera gigantea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichanthera gigantea?

Trichanthera gigantea

What is the natural habitat of Trichanthera gigantea?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What are the medicinal uses of Trichanthera gigantea?

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,

References

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.