Trichostigma octandrum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
octandrum
ID:
456972
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) H.Walter
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 83: 109 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456304
Common Names
- Trichostigma octandrum
- Octandrum Trichostigma
- Trichostigma octandrum
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- Rivina octandra L. [unknown]
- Villamilla octandra (L.) Hook.f. [unknown]
- Trichostigma rivinoides A.Rich. [unknown]
- Villamillia octandra (L.) Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Rivina americana Raf. [unknown]
- Rivina dodecandra Jacq. [unknown]
- Rivina ehrenbergiana Klotzsch ex Moq. [unknown]
- Rivina humilis scandens L. [unknown]
- Rivina moritziana Klotzsch ex Moq. [unknown]
- Rivina mutisii Willd. ex Schult. [unknown]
- Rivina octandra obtusifolia Moq. [unknown]
- Rivina scandens Mill. [unknown]
Description
Trichostigma octandrum (also called Eight-stamened Trichostigma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and can be found in humid forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Trichostigma octandrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichostigma octandrum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The flowers have five petals and are about 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, pointed leaves.
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Trichostigma octandrum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the garden. Once established, it is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Trichostigma octandrum
Trichostigma octandrum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in lowland rainforests.
Trichostigma octandrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichostigma octandrum?
Trichostigma octandrum
What is the common name of Trichostigma octandrum?
Eight-stamened Trichostigma
Where is Trichostigma octandrum found?
Trichostigma octandrum is found in tropical Asia.
Species in the Trichostigma genus
Species in the Petiveriaceae family
Gallesia integrifolia, Hilleria latifolia, Hilleria secunda, Hilleria longifolia, Ledenbergia seguierioides, Ledenbergia peruviana, Ledenbergia macrantha, Monococcus echinophorus, Petiveria alliacea, Rivina humilis, Schindleria rosea, Schindleria densiflora, Schindleria tomentosa, Schindleria racemosa, Schindleria rosea-aenia, Schindleria rosea-aenea, Seguieria aculeata, Seguieria americana, Seguieria macrophylla, Seguieria langsdorffii, Seguieria paraguayensis, Seguieria brevithyrsa, Trichostigma polyandrum, Trichostigma octandrum, Trichostigma peruvianum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2516510: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Hans Paul Heinrich Walter (1882-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Walter' in the authors string.