Status:
valid
Authors:
(Alain) Liede & Mangelsdorff
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 39: 607 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340798
Common Names
- Tassadia richardiana
- Richardiana Tassadia
- Richardiana Tree
Description
Tassadia richardiana (also called Richard's Tassadia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the dry regions of the western United States and Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tassadia richardiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tassadia richardiana is white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tassadia richardiana is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Tassadia richardiana
Tassadia richardiana is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Tassadia richardiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tassadia richardiana?
Tassadia richardiana
What is the common name of Tassadia richardiana?
Richard's Tassadia
What is the natural habitat of Tassadia richardiana?
Grasslands and scrublands
Species in the Tassadia genus
Tassadia obovata,
Tassadia medinae,
Tassadia rizzoana,
Tassadia lanceolata,
Tassadia ovalifolia,
Tassadia propinqua,
Tassadia burchelii,
Tassadia geniculata,
Tassadia castellanosii,
Tassadia manarae,
Tassadia kamaensis,
Tassadia emygdioi,
Tassadia trailiana,
Tassadia berteroanum,
Tassadia aristata,
Tassadia ivonae,
Tassadia grazielae,
Tassadia milanezii,
Tassadia decaisneana,
Tassadia guianensis,
Tassadia leptobotrys,
Tassadia martiana,
Tassadia cordata,
Tassadia valioi,
Tassadia capitata,
Tassadia richardiana,
Tassadia stricta,
Tassadia decalepis,
Tassadia fosteri,
Tassadia pentalepis,
Tassadia guanchezii,
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,