Status:
valid
Authors:
Cheek
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 153(1): 170. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000025080
Common Names
- Tricalysia elmar
- Elmar Tricalysia
- Tricalysia
Description
Tricalysia elmar (also called Elmar's tricalysia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in moist, shady areas and has elliptic-shaped leaves with a glossy green upper surface and a paler green underside. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Tricalysia elmar is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tricalysia elmar is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tricalysia elmar is an epiphytic bromeliad native to the rainforests of Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining medium such as orchid bark. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Tricalysia elmar
Tricalysia elmar is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Tricalysia elmar FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tricalysia elmar?
Tricalysia elmar
What type of plant is Tricalysia elmar?
Tricalysia elmar is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Tricalysia elmar found?
Tricalysia elmar is found in Central and South America.
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,