Status:
valid
Authors:
van der Werff
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.95: 629 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281585
Common Names
- Tachigali bicornuta
- Tachigali bicornuta
- Tachigali bicornuta
Description
Tachigali bicornuta (also called two-horned tachigali, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tachigali bicornuta is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used as a dietary supplement to boost the immune system and improve digestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Tachigali bicornuta flower is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tachigali bicornuta is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Tachigali bicornuta
Tachigali bicornuta can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Tachigali bicornuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tachigali bicornuta?
Tachigali bicornuta
What type of plant is Tachigali bicornuta?
Tachigali bicornuta is a type of tree
What is the natural habitat of Tachigali bicornuta?
Tachigali bicornuta is native to tropical regions of South America
Species in the Tachigali genus
Tachigali argyrophylla,
Tachigali catingae,
Tachigali cavipes,
Tachigali colombiana,
Tachigali formicarum,
Tachigali grandistipulata,
Tachigali longiflora,
Tachigali macrostachya,
Tachigali plumbea,
Tachigali rigida,
Tachigali schultesiana,
Tachigali venusta,
Tachigali versicolor,
Tachigali alba,
Tachigali ptychophysca,
Tachigali pubiflora,
Tachigali aurea,
Tachigali poeppigiana,
Tachigali paniculata,
Tachigali cenepensis,
Tachigali ferruginea,
Tachigali inconspicua,
Tachigali loretensis,
Tachigali vaupesiana,
Tachigali panamensis,
Tachigali costaricensis,
Tachigali glauca,
Tachigali richardiana,
Tachigali chrysophylla,
Tachigali guianensis,
Tachigali hypoleuca,
Tachigali melinonii,
Tachigali micrantha,
Tachigali macbridei,
Tachigali setifera,
Tachigali tinctoria,
Tachigali peruviana,
Tachigali micropetala,
Tachigali rugosa,
Tachigali bracteosa,
Tachigali amplifolia,
Tachigali paraensis,
Tachigali davidsei,
Tachigali dwyeri,
Tachigali odoratissima,
Tachigali physophora,
Tachigali albiflora,
Tachigali pimichinensis,
Tachigali denudata,
Tachigali duckei,
Species in the Fabaceae family