Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
calvescens
ID:
328624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1926: 85 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327956

Common Names

  • Trichotosia calvescens
  • Calvescens Trichotosia
  • Calvescens Star-vine

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Synonyms

  • Eria calvescens (Ridl.) J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Trichotosia calvescens (also called African Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 15 cm tall, with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white-pink flowers. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichotosia calvescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichotosia calvescens is a yellow, tubular shaped flower with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichotosia calvescens is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Trichotosia calvescens

Trichotosia calvescens can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, India, and Sri Lanka.

Trichotosia calvescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichotosia calvescens?

Trichotosia calvescens

What are the common names of Trichotosia calvescens?

African lily, African tulip, African tulip tree

What is the natural habitat of Trichotosia calvescens?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Trichotosia genus

Trichotosia annulata, Trichotosia aporina, Trichotosia atroferruginea, Trichotosia aurea, Trichotosia barbarossa, Trichotosia brachiata, Trichotosia brachybotrya, Trichotosia bracteata, Trichotosia breviflora, Trichotosia brevipedunculata, Trichotosia brevirachis, Trichotosia buruensis, Trichotosia calvescens, Trichotosia canaliculata, Trichotosia collina, Trichotosia conifera, Trichotosia dalatensis, Trichotosia dasyphylla, Trichotosia ferox, Trichotosia flexuosa, Trichotosia fractiflexa, Trichotosia fusca, Trichotosia gautierensis, Trichotosia gjellerupii, Trichotosia glabrifolia, Trichotosia gowana, Trichotosia gracilis, Trichotosia hapalostachya, Trichotosia hispidissima, Trichotosia hypophaea, Trichotosia indragiriensis, Trichotosia integra, Trichotosia iodantha, Trichotosia jejuna, Trichotosia katherinae, Trichotosia klabatensis, Trichotosia lacinulata, Trichotosia latifolia, Trichotosia latifrons, Trichotosia lawiensis, Trichotosia longissima, Trichotosia malleimentum, Trichotosia microphylla, Trichotosia mollicaulis, Trichotosia molliflora, Trichotosia mollis, Trichotosia odoardoi, Trichotosia oreodoxa, Trichotosia paludosa, Trichotosia pauciflora,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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