Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
obovatus
ID:
411101

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Edinburgh 12: 88 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410433



Common Names

  • Trichocalyx obovatus
  • Round-fruited Trichocalyx
  • Round-fruited Sandbur


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Description

Trichocalyx obovatus (also called Obovate Trichocalyx, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist and shady forests, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocalyx obovatus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichocalyx obovatus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centres and a single, long style. The seeds are small, round and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocalyx obovatus is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division of clumps can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be planted in a sunny or partially shaded position in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trichocalyx obovatus

Trichocalyx obovatus can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Trichocalyx obovatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocalyx obovatus?

Trichocalyx obovatus

What is the natural habitat of Trichocalyx obovatus?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What are the medicinal uses of Trichocalyx obovatus?

It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Species in the Trichocalyx genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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