Status:
valid
Authors:
Pierre ex Costantin
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 4: 38 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411204
Common Names
- Telectadium dongnaiense
- Dongnai Telectadium
- Telectadium
Description
Telectadium dongnaiense (also called Telectadium dongnaiense, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist grasslands and wet meadows. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are linear and have a hairy surface.
Uses & Benefits
Telectadium dongnaiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Telectadium dongnaiense is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light-green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Telectadium dongnaiense can be propagated by seed or by dividing the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is also tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Telectadium dongnaiense
Telectadium dongnaiense can be found in Vietnam.
Telectadium dongnaiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Telectadium dongnaiense?
Telectadium dongnaiense
What is the common name of Telectadium dongnaiense?
Dongnaiense
Where is Telectadium dongnaiense found?
It is found in the Philippines
Species in the Telectadium genus
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