Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
imbricata
ID:
409979

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 1: 426 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409311



Common Names

  • Trichoscypha Imbricata
  • Imbricate Trichoscypha
  • Coneflower Trichoscypha


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Synonyms

  • Trichoscypha nigra Lecomte [unknown]

Description

Trichoscypha imbricata (also called Imbricate Cup-fungus, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has small, white flowers and small, globose fruits. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and is found in moist grasslands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Trichoscypha imbricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichoscypha imbricata are small, white and star-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small, green and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichoscypha imbricata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Trichoscypha imbricata

Trichoscypha imbricata can be found in the wild in India.

Trichoscypha imbricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichoscypha imbricata?

Trichoscypha imbricata

What is the common name of Trichoscypha imbricata?

Imbricate Trichoscypha

Where is Trichoscypha imbricata native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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,