Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
ellipticus
ID:
414569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral. : 356 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413901



Common Names

  • Elliptic Trichocladus
  • Trichocladus ellipticus
  • Trichocladus


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Synonyms

  • Trichocladus ellipticus ellipticus [unknown]

Description

Trichocladus ellipticus (also called Elliptic Trichocladus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in wet, sandy soils and wet meadows. It has small, white flowers that are arranged in an elliptic shape and are surrounded by four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocladus ellipticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trichocladus ellipticus sub. malosanus (Baker) Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichocladus ellipticus are yellow and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocladus ellipticus is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.

Where to Find Trichocladus ellipticus

Trichocladus ellipticus is native to Central and South America.

Trichocladus ellipticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocladus ellipticus?

Trichocladus ellipticus

What is the common name of Trichocladus ellipticus?

Trichocladus ellipticus

What is the natural habitat of Trichocladus ellipticus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Hamamelidaceae family

Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2443022: Based on the initial data import
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.