Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 17: 115 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411458
Common Names
- Tacazzea pedicellata
- Pedicellate Tacazzea
- Pedicellate False Parsley
Synonyms
- Zacateza pedicellata (K.Schum.) Bullock [unknown]
Description
Tacazzea pedicellata (also called Pedicellate tacazzea, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a woody stem and small white flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tacazzea pedicellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is known to be drought tolerant and can be used to create a hedge or border in a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tacazzea pedicellata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tacazzea pedicellata is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is found in dry, open, sunny areas, and is native to India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. It can be propagated from seed, and prefers well-drained, sandy soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures up to 40°C (104°F).
Where to Find Tacazzea pedicellata
Tacazzea pedicellata is native to Africa and can be found in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Tacazzea pedicellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tacazzea pedicellata?
Tacazzea pedicellata
What is the common name of Tacazzea pedicellata?
Tacazzea
What type of plant is Tacazzea pedicellata?
Herb
Species in the Tacazzea genus
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata,
Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,