Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ledifolium
ID:
455797

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fenzl

Source:
ksu

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Hügel : 24 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455129

Common Names

  • Trymalium ledifolium
  • Leatherleaf Trymalium
  • Leatherleaf False Nettle

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Synonyms

  • Trymalium vaccinioides Suess. [unknown]
  • Cryptandra anomala Steud. [unknown]
  • Cryptandra floribunda Steud. [unknown]
  • Cryptandra glaucophylla Steud. [unknown]
  • Cryptandra ledifolia F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Pomaderris rosmarinifolia Steud. [unknown]
  • Trymalium rosmarinifolium Reissek [unknown]
  • Trymalium ledifolium rosmarinifolium Benth. [unknown]

Description

Trymalium ledifolium (also called Leatherleaf Trymalium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has white flowers and grows in dry, sunny places, such as open woodlands and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Trymalium ledifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trymalium ledifolium var. platyphyllum Diels
Trymalium ledifolium var. lineare Rye

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trymalium ledifolium flower is small, white, and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, sessile leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trymalium ledifolium is a shrubby perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11.

Where to Find Trymalium ledifolium

Trymalium ledifolium is native to tropical areas in Central and South America.

Trymalium ledifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trymalium ledifolium?

Trymalium ledifolium

What is the common name of Trymalium ledifolium?

Ledum-leaved Trymalium

What is the habitat of Trymalium ledifolium?

It is found in moist, shady habitats in the Himalayas.

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

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