Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
oddonii
ID:
410483

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot. , sér. 5, 1: 282 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409815



Common Names

  • Oddon's Trichoscypha
  • Trichoscypha Oddonii
  • Oddon's Three-Stem


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Synonyms

  • Trichoscypha brieyi De Wild. [unknown]
  • Trichoscypha cabindensis Exell & Mendonça [unknown]
  • Trichoscypha ejui Engl. & Brehmer [unknown]
  • Trichoscypha letestui Lecomte [unknown]
  • Emiliomarcelia oddonii T.Durand & H.Durand [unknown]
  • Trichoscypha abut Engl. & Brehmer [unknown]

Description

Trichoscypha oddonii (also called Oddon's Trichoscypha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It has small white flowers and leathery leaves. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichoscypha oddonii is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used in the production of cosmetics and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichoscypha oddonii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed. The seedlings are small and thin with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichoscypha oddonii is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Trichoscypha oddonii

Trichoscypha oddonii is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in moist areas, such as near streams and rivers.

Trichoscypha oddonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichoscypha oddonii?

Trichoscypha oddonii

What is the common name of Trichoscypha oddonii?

Oddon's Trichoscypha

What is the habitat of Trichoscypha oddonii?

It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and open woodlands

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