Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
aciculiflora
ID:
327815

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 52: 332 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327147

Common Names

  • Tricalysia aciculiflora
  • Aciculiflora
  • Tricalysia

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Description

Tricalysia aciculiflora (also called needle-flowered tricalysia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions of Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tricalysia aciculiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tricalysia aciculiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tricalysia aciculiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Tricalysia aciculiflora

Tricalysia aciculiflora is native to Central and South America. It is found in moist forests, swamps, and disturbed areas.

Tricalysia aciculiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tricalysia aciculiflora?

Tricalysia aciculiflora

What is the common name of Tricalysia aciculiflora?

Needle-flowered Tricalysia

What is the natural habitat of Tricalysia aciculiflora?

Dry scrublands and grasslands

Species in the Tricalysia genus

Tricalysia aciculiflora, Tricalysia acocantheroides, Tricalysia allocalyx, Tricalysia amplexicaulis, Tricalysia angolensis, Tricalysia anomala, Tricalysia atherura, Tricalysia bagshawei, Tricalysia biafrana, Tricalysia bifida, Tricalysia bridsoniana, Tricalysia capensis, Tricalysia coriacea, Tricalysia cryptocalyx, Tricalysia delagoensis, Tricalysia elegans, Tricalysia elliotii, Tricalysia fangana, Tricalysia faranahensis, Tricalysia ferorum, Tricalysia fililoba, Tricalysia gilchristii, Tricalysia griseiflora, Tricalysia hensii, Tricalysia idiura, Tricalysia jasminiflora, Tricalysia kivuensis, Tricalysia landanensis, Tricalysia lasiodelphys, Tricalysia ledermannii, Tricalysia lineariloba, Tricalysia longipaniculata, Tricalysia longituba, Tricalysia madagascariensis, Tricalysia micrantha, Tricalysia microphylla, Tricalysia niamniamensis, Tricalysia obanensis, Tricalysia obstetrix, Tricalysia okelensis, Tricalysia oligoneura, Tricalysia pallens, Tricalysia pangolina, Tricalysia parva, Tricalysia patentipilis, Tricalysia pedicellata, Tricalysia pedunculosa, Tricalysia potamogala, Tricalysia pynaertii, Tricalysia repens,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-207755: Based on the initial data import
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.