Tromotriche revoluta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revoluta
ID:
1101646
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Masson) Haw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1812
Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. Succ. : 36 (1812)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001100984
Common Names
- Tromotriche revoluta
- Revolute Tromotriche
- Revolute Star-Flower
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Tromotriche revoluta (also called Revolute Tromotriche, among many other common names) is an annual succulent plant native to South Africa. It has a prostrate growth habit and its stems are covered with hairs. It grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tromotriche revoluta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tromotriche revoluta has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tromotriche revoluta is a succulent plant that is native to South Africa. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 20 cm in height. It has thick, fleshy leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. It produces yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Tromotriche revoluta
Tromotriche revoluta can be found in South Africa.
Species in the Tromotriche genus
Species in the Apocynaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-2600066: Based on the initial data import
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.
Francis Masson (1741-1805): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Masson' in the authors string.