Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
dichotomum
ID:
328578

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 598 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327910



Common Names

  • Dichotomum Trichostema
  • Forked Bluecurls
  • Forked Wild Petunia


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Synonyms

  • Trichostema dichotomum puberulum Fernald & Griscom [unknown]
  • Trichostema pilosum Roth [unknown]
  • Trichostema dichotomum dichotomum [unknown]

Description

Trichostema dichotomum (also called 'Forked Trichostema', among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, blue flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests, as well as in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichostema dichotomum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichostema dichotomum are small, white and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Trichostema dichotomum: Propagate by seed or division. Plant in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil evenly moist. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Trichostema dichotomum

Trichostema dichotomum can be found in the southeastern United States.

Trichostema dichotomum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichostema dichotomum?

Trichostema dichotomum

What is the common name of Trichostema dichotomum?

Forked Trichostema

What is the natural habitat of Trichostema dichotomum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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