Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
132248

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 359 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131577

Common Names

  • Trichogyne decumbens
  • Decumbent Trichogyne
  • Prostrate Trichogyne

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Synonyms

  • Petalactella woodii N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Ifloga decumbens (Thunb.) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Ifloga woodii (N.E.Br.) B.L.Burtt [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium decumbens Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Trichogyne decumbens (also called Creeping Trichogyne, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in humid and wet forests. It has white flowers, and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogyne decumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichogyne decumbens is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogyne decumbens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Trichogyne decumbens

Trichogyne decumbens is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Trichogyne decumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichogyne decumbens?

Trichogyne decumbens

What is the common name of Trichogyne decumbens?

Decumbent trichogyne

What is the natural habitat of Trichogyne decumbens?

Trichogyne decumbens is found in dry, rocky, and grassy areas of the southwestern United States

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References