Trochocarpa papuana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papuana
ID:
408859
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.H.Wright) Sleumer
Source:
ksu
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Blumea 12: 168 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408191
Common Names
- Trochocarpa Papuana
- Papua Trochocarpa
- Papua Tree
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- Trochocarpa lamii (J.J.Sm.) H.J.Lam [valid]
Description
Trochocarpa papuana (also called 'Papuan Trochocarpa', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Papua New Guinea and is found in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes. The plant has lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Trochocarpa papuana 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 flowers of Trochocarpa papuana are small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trochocarpa papuana 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 papuana
Trochocarpa papuana can be found in New Guinea.
Trochocarpa papuana FAQ
What is the common name of Trochocarpa papuana?
Mountain Rose
What is the natural habitat of Trochocarpa papuana?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flower color of Trochocarpa papuana?
White
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
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Charles Henry Wright (1864-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Wright' in the authors string.