Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
stocksii
ID:
1284242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
tro

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 140 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283580

Common Names

  • Stocks' Trichodesma
  • Trichodesma Stocksii
  • Stocks' Trichodesma Plant

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Description

Trichodesma stocksii (also called 'Stocks's Trichodesma', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm in height. It has small, white flowers and small, rough fruits. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichodesma stocksii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichodesma stocksii is yellow, with four petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichodesma stocksii is an easy to cultivate and propagate plant. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Trichodesma stocksii

Trichodesma stocksii can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Trichodesma stocksii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichodesma stocksii?

Trichodesma stocksii

What are the common names of Trichodesma stocksii?

Common names of Trichodesma stocksii include the Stocks' trichodesma, the Stocks' trichodesma, and the Stocks' trichodesma.

What type of plant is Trichodesma stocksii?

Trichodesma stocksii is an annual herbaceous plant.

Species in the Trichodesma genus

Trichodesma arenicola, Trichodesma calcaratum, Trichodesma bamianicum, Trichodesma ambacense, Trichodesma baumii, Trichodesma bequaertii, Trichodesma boissieri, Trichodesma aucheri, Trichodesma decurrens, Trichodesma ehrenbergii, Trichodesma griffithii, Trichodesma laxiflorum, Trichodesma khasianum, Trichodesma lithospermoides, Trichodesma macrocarpum, Trichodesma afghanicum, Trichodesma africanum, Trichodesma microcalyx, Trichodesma zeylanicum, Trichodesma van-meelii, Trichodesma podlechii, Trichodesma mudgalii, Trichodesma paktiense, Trichodesma scottii, Trichodesma cinereum, Trichodesma elymaiticum, Trichodesma dhofaricum, Trichodesma angustifolium, Trichodesma physaloides, Trichodesma incanum, Trichodesma indicum, Trichodesma inaequale, Trichodesma hildebrandtii, Trichodesma marsabiticum, Trichodesma trichodesmoides, Trichodesma calycosum, Trichodesma stocksii, Trichodesma longipedicellanum, Trichodesma longipedicellatum, Trichodesma vanmeelii,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

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