Zeltnera trichantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trichantha
ID:
1275835
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) G.Mans.
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Taxon 53: 733 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275173
Common Names
- Zeltnera trichantha
- Trichantha Zeltnera
- Trichantha Fern Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zeltnera trichantha (also called hairystem wild petunia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Zeltnera trichantha is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It can also be used as a food flavoring and as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zeltnera trichantha has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zeltnera trichantha is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. It is also important to keep the plant in an area that is protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Zeltnera trichantha
Zeltnera trichantha is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.
Zeltnera trichantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zeltnera trichantha?
Zeltnera trichantha
What family does Zeltnera trichantha belong to?
Gentianaceae
What is the common name of Zeltnera trichantha?
Trichanthous Zeltnera
Species in the Zeltnera genus
Zeltnera exaltata, Zeltnera madrensis, Zeltnera quitensis, Zeltnera stricta, Zeltnera muehlenbergii, Zeltnera texensis, Zeltnera trichantha, Zeltnera abramsii, Zeltnera davyi, Zeltnera namophila, Zeltnera nevadensis, Zeltnera venusta, Zeltnera arizonica, Zeltnera beyrichii, Zeltnera breviflora, Zeltnera calycosa, Zeltnera glandulifera, Zeltnera maryanniana, Zeltnera gentryi, Zeltnera pusilla, Zeltnera setacea, Zeltnera wigginsii, Zeltnera multicaulis, Zeltnera martinii, Zeltnera nudicaulis, Zeltnera nesomii, Zeltnera namatophila,
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,
References
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Guilhem Mansion: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Mans.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77061744-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.