Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
elymaiticum
ID:
745592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mozaff.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 14: 92 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744925



Common Names

  • Trichodesma Elymaiticum
  • Trichodesma
  • Elymaiticum


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Description

Trichodesma elymaiticum (also called Elymaitic Trichodesma, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Iran and Iraq. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Trichodesma elymaiticum is used as an ornamental plant and for timber. It has medicinal uses, such as for treating fever, and is also used to make rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichodesma elymaiticum is a yellow or white tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichodesma elymaiticum is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Trichodesma elymaiticum

Trichodesma elymaiticum is native to Iran and can be found in dry areas.

Trichodesma elymaiticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichodesma elymaiticum?

Trichodesma elymaiticum

What is the native range of Trichodesma elymaiticum?

Middle East

What is the average height of Trichodesma elymaiticum?

Up to 1 meter

Species in the Trichodesma genus

Trichodesma arenicola, Trichodesma calcaratum, Trichodesma bamianicum, Trichodesma ambacense, Trichodesma baumii, Trichodesma bequaertii, Trichodesma boissieri, Trichodesma aucheri, Trichodesma decurrens, Trichodesma ehrenbergii, Trichodesma griffithii, Trichodesma laxiflorum, Trichodesma khasianum, Trichodesma lithospermoides, Trichodesma macrocarpum, Trichodesma afghanicum, Trichodesma africanum, Trichodesma microcalyx, Trichodesma zeylanicum, Trichodesma van-meelii, Trichodesma podlechii, Trichodesma mudgalii, Trichodesma paktiense, Trichodesma scottii, Trichodesma cinereum, Trichodesma elymaiticum, Trichodesma dhofaricum, Trichodesma angustifolium, Trichodesma physaloides, Trichodesma incanum, Trichodesma indicum, Trichodesma inaequale, Trichodesma hildebrandtii, Trichodesma marsabiticum, Trichodesma trichodesmoides, Trichodesma calycosum, Trichodesma stocksii, Trichodesma longipedicellanum, Trichodesma longipedicellatum, Trichodesma vanmeelii,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,