Trochocarpa nutans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
408858
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) H.J.Lam
Source:
ksu
Year:
1945
Citation Micro:
Blumea 5: 573 (1945)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408190
Common Names
- Trochocarpa Nutans
- Nodding Trochocarpa
- Nodding Tree
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- Styphelia nutans J.J.Sm. [valid]
Description
Trochocarpa nutans (also called 'Nodding Trochocarpa', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to New Zealand and is found in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes. The plant has lanceolate leaves and small white flowers with nodding heads.
Uses & Benefits
Trochocarpa nutans 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 nutans 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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Trochocarpa nutans 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 nutans
Trochocarpa nutans can be found in New Zealand.
Trochocarpa nutans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trochocarpa nutans?
Trochocarpa nutans
What type of plant is Trochocarpa nutans?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Trochocarpa nutans 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
Herman Johannes Lam (1892-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Lam' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.