Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
1290799

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rock) O.Deg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiiensis 309: s.p. (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290137

Common Names

  • Large-flowered Trematolobelia
  • Trematolobelia grandifolia
  • Bellflower

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Description

Trematolobelia grandifolia (also called Large-leaved Trematolobelia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial, growing to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa, and is found in dry woodlands and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Trematolobelia grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trematolobelia grandifolia has large, star-shaped, white flowers with yellow or purple centres. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trematolobelia grandifolia can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Trematolobelia grandifolia

Trematolobelia grandifolia can be found in the Caribbean and Central America.

Trematolobelia grandifolia FAQ

What type of plant is Trematolobelia grandifolia?

Trematolobelia grandifolia is a shrub found in the tropics.

What is the scientific classification of Trematolobelia grandifolia?

Trematolobelia grandifolia is classified as a member of the Campanulaceae family.

Where is Trematolobelia grandifolia found?

Trematolobelia grandifolia is found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List version 1.0, record: kew-356962: Originally associated with wfo-0000819195
The Plant List version 1.1, record: kew-356962: Originally associated with wfo-0000819195
Otto Degener (1899-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Deg.' in the authors string.
Joseph Rock (1884-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rock' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:145528-1: Based on the initial data import