Trochomeriopsis diversifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diversifolia
ID:
1301630
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cogn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 3: 661 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300968
Common Names
- Trochomeriopsis diversifolia
- Diverse Trochomeriopsis
- Diverse False Agave
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trochomeriopsis diversifolia (also called 'Diverse-leaved Trochomeriopsis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a climbing vine with alternate, palmately lobed leaves. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry forests, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Trochomeriopsis diversifolia is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Trochomeriopsis diversifolia are small, yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trochomeriopsis diversifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Trochomeriopsis diversifolia
Trochomeriopsis diversifolia can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.
Trochomeriopsis diversifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trochomeriopsis diversifolia?
Trochomeriopsis diversifolia
What is the common name of Trochomeriopsis diversifolia?
Diverse-leaved Trochomeriopsis
Where is Trochomeriopsis diversifolia native to?
Madagascar
Species in the Trochomeriopsis genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-9200409: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.