Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
graciliflora
ID:
750895

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Oliv.) R.H.Archer

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 59: 328 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750228



Common Names

  • Trobancha graciliflora
  • Graciliflora Trobancha
  • Slender-Flowered Trobancha


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Description

Trochantha graciliflora (also called Gracile-Flowered Trochantha, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a grey bark and produces small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trochantha graciliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trochantha graciliflora sub. newalensis (Blakelock) R.H.Archer
Trochantha graciliflora sub. graciliflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trochantha graciliflora is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trochantha graciliflora is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4-6 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Trochantha graciliflora

Trochantha graciliflora is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Trochantha graciliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trochantha graciliflora?

Trochantha graciliflora

What type of plant is Trochantha graciliflora?

It is a cactus

Where does Trochantha graciliflora grow?

It is native to Mexico

Species in the Trochantha genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Robert H. Archer (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Archer' in the authors string.