Status:
valid
Authors:
Saklani & L.B.Chaudhary
Source:
gcc
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 25(2): 234 (26 Dec. 2003) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008945
Common Names
- Raghavendrae Tricholepis
- Tricholepis Raghavendrae
- Raghavendrae
Description
Tricholepis raghavendrae (also called 'Raghavendra's Tricholepis', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub. It is native to India and is found growing in dry, rocky, and disturbed areas. It has small, oval leaves and yellowish-white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tricholepis raghavendrae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tricholepis raghavendrae has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tricholepis raghavendrae is a perennial herb native to India. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the clumps should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Tricholepis raghavendrae
Tricholepis raghavendrae can be found in the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.
Tricholepis raghavendrae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tricholepis raghavendrae?
Tricholepis raghavendrae
What is the common name of Tricholepis raghavendrae?
Raghavendra's Tricholepis
What is the natural habitat of Tricholepis raghavendrae?
Grassy slopes and rocky hillsides
Species in the Tricholepis genus
Tricholepis raghavendrae,
Tricholepis furcata,
Tricholepis trichocephala,
Tricholepis karensium,
Tricholepis infundibuliformis,
Tricholepis radicans,
Tricholepis angustifolia,
Tricholepis stictophyllum,
Tricholepis roylei,
Tricholepis stewartei,
Tricholepis amplexicaulis,
Tricholepis elongata,
Tricholepis montana,
Tricholepis chaetolepis,
Tricholepis glaberrima,
Tricholepis tibetica,
Tricholepis nakaoi,
Tricholepis eburnea,
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
Arvind Saklani: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saklani' in the authors string.