Status:
valid
Authors:
(Masson) Bruyns
Source:
ksu
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 61: 208 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411505
Common Names
- Tromotriche pedunculata
- Pedunculate Tromotriche
- Pedunculate False Parsley
Synonyms
- Stapelia penduliflora Steud. [unknown]
- Caruncularia jacquinii Sweet [unknown]
- Caruncularia massonii Sweet [unknown]
- Caruncularia pedunculata (Masson) Haw. [unknown]
- Caruncularia penduliflora Sweet [unknown]
- Caruncularia simsii Sweet [unknown]
- Stapelia laevis Decne. [unknown]
- Stapelia pedunculata Masson [unknown]
- Stissera pedunculata (Masson) Kuntze [unknown]
- Tridentea pedunculata (Masson) L.C.Leach [unknown]
Description
Tromotriche pedunculata (also called Pedunculate Tromotriche, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has a thin stem and small white flowers, and grows in moist areas such as marshes and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Tromotriche pedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tromotriche pedunculata is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tromotriche pedunculata is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Tromotriche pedunculata
Tromotriche pedunculata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Tromotriche pedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tromotriche pedunculata?
Tromotriche pedunculata
What is the common name of Tromotriche pedunculata?
Pedunculate Pipewort
What is the natural habitat of Tromotriche pedunculata?
Wetlands, marshes, and bogs
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,