Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
trichandra
ID:
507117

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 42 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506449

Common Names

  • Aspidostemon Trichandra
  • Trichandra Aspidostemon
  • Trichandra's Aspidostemon

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Description

Aspidostemon trichandra (also called Trichandra Aspidostemon, among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidostemon trichandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidostemon trichandra is a small white or yellow star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidostemon trichandra can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Aspidostemon trichandra

Aspidostemon trichandra is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Aspidostemon trichandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidostemon trichandra?

Aspidostemon trichandra

What is the natural habitat of Aspidostemon trichandra?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common uses of Aspidostemon trichandra?

Medicinal, ornamental, and food uses

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2603593: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.