Status:
valid
Authors:
Breteler
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 26: 109 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273926
Common Names
- Trichoscypha debruijnii
- Debruijnii Trichoscypha
- Debruijnii Trichoscypha Moss
Description
Trichoscypha debruijnii (also called De Bruijn's trichoscypha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Trichoscypha debruijnii is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichoscypha debruijnii has white flowers with five petals and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.
Where to Find Trichoscypha debruijnii
Trichoscypha debruijnii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Trichoscypha debruijnii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichoscypha debruijnii?
Trichoscypha debruijnii
What is the common name of Trichoscypha debruijnii?
Debruijn's Trichoscypha
Where is Trichoscypha debruijnii native to?
South Africa
Species in the Trichoscypha genus
Trichoscypha acuminata,
Trichoscypha blydeniae,
Trichoscypha barbata,
Trichoscypha imbricata,
Trichoscypha laxiflora,
Trichoscypha laxissima,
Trichoscypha eugong,
Trichoscypha parviflora,
Trichoscypha olodiana,
Trichoscypha reygaerti,
Trichoscypha rubicunda,
Trichoscypha linderi,
Trichoscypha longipetala,
Trichoscypha lucens,
Trichoscypha nyangensis,
Trichoscypha oddonii,
Trichoscypha smeathmannii,
Trichoscypha ulugurensis,
Trichoscypha bracteata,
Trichoscypha arborea,
Trichoscypha patens,
Trichoscypha baldwinii,
Trichoscypha mannii,
Trichoscypha pauciflora,
Trichoscypha cavalliensis,
Trichoscypha smythei,
Trichoscypha bijuga,
Trichoscypha longifolia,
Trichoscypha liberica,
Trichoscypha oliveri,
Trichoscypha debruijnii,
Trichoscypha hallei,
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia,
Abrahamia thouvenotii,
Abrahamia littoralis,
Abrahamia latifolia,
Abrahamia minutifolia,
Abrahamia ditimena,
Abrahamia betamponensis,
Abrahamia capuronii,
Abrahamia delphinensis,
Abrahamia ellipticarpa,
Abrahamia elongata,
Abrahamia itromoensis,
Abrahamia turkii,
Abrahamia deflexa,
Abrahamia grandidieri,
Abrahamia humbertii,
Abrahamia ibityensis,
Abrahamia lecomtei,
Abrahamia lenticellata,
Abrahamia lokobensis,
Abrahamia longipetiolata,
Abrahamia louvelii,
Abrahamia nitida,
Abrahamia oblongifolia,
Abrahamia pauciflora,
Abrahamia phillipsonii,
Abrahamia sambiranensis,
Abrahamia sericea,
Abrahamia suarezensis,
Abrahamia viguieri,
Abrahamia revoluta,
Abrahamia antongilensis,
Abrahamia darainensis,
Abrahamia patrickii,
Actinocheita filicina,
Allospondias lakonensis,
Allospondias laxiflora,
Amphipterygium simplicifolium,
Amphipterygium adstringens,
Amphipterygium amplifolium,
Amphipterygium glaucum,
Amphipterygium molle,
Anacardium amapaense,
Anacardium amilcarianum,
Anacardium brasiliense,
Anacardium caracolii,
Anacardium corymbosum,
Anacardium curatellifolium,
Anacardium excelsum,
Anacardium fruticosum,