Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
trichotoma
ID:
256249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 86 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255581



Common Names

  • Omphalea Trichotoma
  • Trichotoma Omphalea
  • Trichotoma


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Synonyms

  • Omphalandria linearibracteata Millsp. [unknown]
  • Omphalea linearibracteata Pax [unknown]
  • Omphalandria trichotoma Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Omphalea trichotoma (also called 'Trichotoma Omphalea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to tropical Southeast Asia and grows in humid, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Omphalea trichotoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Omphalea trichotoma has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Omphalea trichotoma is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Omphalea trichotoma

Omphalea trichotoma can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Omphalea trichotoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Omphalea trichotoma?

Omphalea trichotoma

What is the family of Omphalea trichotoma?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Omphalea trichotoma?

Trichotoma

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References