Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
tchihatcheffii
ID:
817251

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & Heldr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 1: 32 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816585

Common Names

  • Michauxia tchihatcheffii
  • Tchihatcheff's Michauxia
  • Tchihatcheffii Michauxia

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Description

Michauxia tchihatcheffii (also called Tchihatcheff's Michauxia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. It is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also found in tropical Asia, where it is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Michauxia tchihatcheffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Michauxia tchihatcheffii has small, white flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Michauxia tchihatcheffii is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix of equal parts peat moss and perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Michauxia tchihatcheffii

Michauxia tchihatcheffii is native to Central and South America and is found in lowland rainforests.

Michauxia tchihatcheffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Michauxia tchihatcheffii?

Michauxia tchihatcheffii

What is the common name of Michauxia tchihatcheffii?

Tchihatcheff's Bellflower

What is the natural habitat of Michauxia tchihatcheffii?

It is native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354460: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.