Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) Tiegh.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 42: 248 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413192
Common Names
- Tolypanthus involucratus
- Involucrate Tolypanthus
- Involucratus Tolypanthus
Description
Tolypanthus involucratus (also called Involucrate Tolypanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and ovate leaves. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tolypanthus involucratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tolypanthus involucratus has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tolypanthus involucratus is a small, evergreen perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Tolypanthus involucratus
Tolypanthus involucratus can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Tolypanthus involucratus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tolypanthus involucratus?
Tolypanthus involucratus
What is the common name of Tolypanthus involucratus?
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What is the family of Tolypanthus involucratus?
Loranthaceae
Species in the Tolypanthus genus
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,