Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lavranos & Harry Hall) Bruyns
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 61: 204 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250785
Common Names
- Tromotriche
- Choanantha Tromotriche
- Choan-flower Tromotriche
Description
Tromotriche choanantha (also called Choan's Tromotriche, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is characterized by its white flowers with yellow veins and lanceolate leaves. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Tromotriche choanantha is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tromotriche choanantha is a small, yellow or white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tromotriche choanantha is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Tromotriche choanantha
Tromotriche choanantha can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Tromotriche choanantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tromotriche choanantha?
Tromotriche choanantha
What is the common name of Tromotriche choanantha?
Choan's Tromotriche
What is the natural habitat of Tromotriche choanantha?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Tromotriche genus
Tromotriche pedunculata,
Tromotriche aperta,
Tromotriche revoluta,
Tromotriche thudichumii,
Tromotriche choanantha,
Tromotriche longii,
Tromotriche umdausensis,
Tromotriche longipes,
Tromotriche ruschiana,
Tromotriche herrei,
Tromotriche baylissii,
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,