Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
velutina
ID:
328068

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 57: 179 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327400

Common Names

  • Tricalysia velutina
  • Velutina Tricalysia
  • Velutina's Tricalysia

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Description

Tricalysia velutina (also called Velvet-Leaf Tricalysia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m tall. The leaves are velvety, ovate to lanceolate, and have a long petiole. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tricalysia velutina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tricalysia velutina is yellow with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tricalysia velutina is a tropical shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings warm and moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Tricalysia velutina

Tricalysia velutina is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Tricalysia velutina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tricalysia velutina?

Tricalysia velutina

What is the common name of Tricalysia velutina?

Velvet Tricalysia

What is the natural habitat of Tricalysia velutina?

Tropical rainforests

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-207996: Based on the initial data import
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.