Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
stipularis
ID:
1275927

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Brongn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Mém. Fam. Rhamn. : 68 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275265

Common Names

  • Stipulate Trichocephalus
  • Trichocephalus
  • Stipulate Trichocephalus Fern

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Description

Trichocephalus stipularis (also called 'Stipulate Trichocephalus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Ethiopia, and is found in moist, shady forests. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1–2 m tall, with opposite, ovate leaves 5–10 cm long and 3–5 cm broad.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocephalus stipularis is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocephalus stipularis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocephalus stipularis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Trichocephalus stipularis

Trichocephalus stipularis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests.

Trichocephalus stipularis FAQ

What type of soil does Trichocephalus stipularis prefer?

Trichocephalus stipularis prefers well-drained, acidic soils.

What is the optimal temperature for Trichocephalus stipularis?

Trichocephalus stipularis prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best way to propagate Trichocephalus stipularis?

Trichocephalus stipularis can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Species in the Trichocephalus genus

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50277710: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.