Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Perrier) Caddick & Wilkin
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Taxon 51: 113 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592716
Common Names
- Sempervirens Trichopus
- Sempervirens Climbing Trichopus
- Sempervirens Climbing Staff-Tree
Description
Trichopus sempervirens (also called 'Evergreen Trichopus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a deciduous shrub with alternate, ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in temperate forests, often growing on the ground or on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Trichopus sempervirens is a species of plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is known for its edible fruits, which are high in vitamins and minerals. The fruits are used to make jams, jellies, and other sweet treats. The leaves of the plant are also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichopus sempervirens is white with yellow and purple spots, and has a pleasant scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichopus sempervirens is an epiphytic or lithophytic fern, growing on trees or rocks. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by spores, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, humid location. The seedlings should be kept moist and should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Trichopus sempervirens
Trichopus sempervirens is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests and along streams and rivers.
Trichopus sempervirens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichopus sempervirens?
Trichopus sempervirens
What are the common names of Trichopus sempervirens?
Evergreen Cucumber
What is the natural habitat of Trichopus sempervirens?
Tropical rainforests of India, Malaysia, and Indonesia
Species in the Trichopus genus
Species in the Dioscoreaceae family
Dioscorea abysmophila,
Dioscorea abyssinica,
Dioscorea acanthogene,
Dioscorea acerifolia,
Dioscorea acuminata,
Dioscorea adenantha,
Dioscorea aesculifolia,
Dioscorea aguilarii,
Dioscorea alata,
Dioscorea alatipes,
Dioscorea althaeoides,
Dioscorea amaranthoides,
Dioscorea amazonum,
Dioscorea amoena,
Dioscorea analalavensis,
Dioscorea ancachsensis,
Dioscorea andina,
Dioscorea andromedusae,
Dioscorea anomala,
Dioscorea antaly,
Dioscorea antucoana,
Dioscorea arachidna,
Dioscorea araucana,
Dioscorea arcuatinervis,
Dioscorea argyrogyna,
Dioscorea arifolia,
Dioscorea aristolochiifolia,
Dioscorea asclepiadea,
Dioscorea aspera,
Dioscorea aspersa,
Dioscorea asperula,
Dioscorea asteriscus,
Dioscorea atrescens,
Dioscorea auriculata,
Dioscorea bahiensis,
Dioscorea balcanica,
Dioscorea bancana,
Dioscorea banzhuana,
Dioscorea bartlettii,
Dioscorea basiclavicaulis,
Dioscorea baya,
Dioscorea beecheyi,
Dioscorea belophylla,
Dioscorea bemandry,
Dioscorea bemarivensis,
Dioscorea benthamii,
Dioscorea berenicea,
Dioscorea bermejensis,
Dioscorea bernoulliana,
Dioscorea besseriana,