Trochocarpa learmonthiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
learmonthiana
ID:
408854
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gibbs) H.J.Lam
Source:
ksu
Year:
1945
Citation Micro:
Blumea 5: 574 (1945)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408186
Common Names
- Trochocarpa Learmonthiana
- Learmonth's Trochocarpa
- Learmonth's Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trochocarpa learmonthiana (also called 'Learmonth's Trochocarpa', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes. The plant has lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Trochocarpa learmonthiana is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trochocarpa learmonthiana is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trochocarpa learmonthiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Trochocarpa learmonthiana
Trochocarpa learmonthiana can be found in Australia.
Trochocarpa learmonthiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trochocarpa learmonthiana?
Trochocarpa learmonthiana
What type of plant is Trochocarpa learmonthiana?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Trochocarpa learmonthiana found?
It is endemic to Peru.
Species in the Trochocarpa genus
Trochocarpa arfakensis, Trochocarpa bellendenkerensis, Trochocarpa celebica, Trochocarpa clarkei, Trochocarpa cunninghamii, Trochocarpa dekockii, Trochocarpa dispersa, Trochocarpa disticha, Trochocarpa gjellerupii, Trochocarpa gunnii, Trochocarpa laurina, Trochocarpa learmonthiana, Trochocarpa montana, Trochocarpa nubicola, Trochocarpa nutans, Trochocarpa papuana, Trochocarpa thymifolia, Trochocarpa novae-zealandiae,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Lilian Suzette Gibbs (1870-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gibbs' in the authors string.
Herman Johannes Lam (1892-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Lam' in the authors string.