Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
zeylanica
ID:
901923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thwaites

Source:
ksu

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 7: 196 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901258



Common Names

  • Zeylanica Trichadenia
  • Trichadenia Zeylanica
  • Ceylon Trichadenia


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Description

Trichadenia zeylanica (also called Ceylon Trichadenia, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Asia. It is a low-growing grass, typically reaching heights of 0.5 meters, and is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Trichadenia zeylanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichadenia zeylanica is a small, yellowish spikelet, while the seed is a small, black caryopsis. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf that is linear and pointed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichadenia zeylanica is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is recommended to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Trichadenia zeylanica

Trichadenia zeylanica can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Trichadenia zeylanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichadenia zeylanica?

Trichadenia zeylanica

What is the common name of Trichadenia zeylanica?

Ceylon Trichadenia

What is the natural habitat of Trichadenia zeylanica?

It is native to the Sri Lanka

Species in the Achariaceae family

Acharia tragodes, Ahernia glandulosa, Baileyoxylon lanceolatum, Buchnerodendron lasiocalyx, Buchnerodendron speciosum, Caloncoba brevipes, Caloncoba crepiniana, Caloncoba echinata, Caloncoba flagelliflora, Caloncoba gilgiana, Caloncoba glauca, Caloncoba lophocarpa, Caloncoba subtomentosa, Caloncoba suffruticosa, Caloncoba welwitschii, Camptostylus kivuensis, Camptostylus mannii, Camptostylus ovalis, Carpotroche amazonica, Carpotroche brasiliensis, Carpotroche criapidentata, Carpotroche froesiana, Carpotroche grandiflora, Carpotroche integrifolia, Carpotroche longifolia, Carpotroche pacifica, Carpotroche platyptera, Carpotroche ramosii, Carpotroche surinamensis, Carpotroche grandiflora, Carpotroche crispidentata, Carpotroche caceresiae, Ceratiosicyos laevis, Chiangiodendron mexicanum, Chlorocarpa pentaschista, Dasylepis blackii, Dasylepis eggelingii, Dasylepis integra, Dasylepis racemosa, Dasylepis seretii, Dasylepis thomasii, Eleutherandra pes-cervi, Erythrospermum acuminatissimum, Erythrospermum ampullaceum, Erythrospermum boivinianum, Erythrospermum candidum, Erythrospermum capitatum, Erythrospermum coffeaefolium, Erythrospermum corymbosum, Erythrospermum crassipes,

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