Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
erectotruncatus
ID:
413913

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balle ex Polhill & Wiens

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Énum. Pl. Fleurs Afr. Trop. 2: 173 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413245



Common Names

  • Tapinanthus erectotruncatus
  • Upright-truncate Tapinanthus
  • Upright-truncate Stickpea


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus kisantuensis erectilobi Balle [unknown]

Description

Tapinanthus erectotruncatus (also called Erect-truncate Tapinanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and grows in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tapinanthus erectotruncatus are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapinanthus erectotruncatus is a perennial shrub native to India. It is a low-growing plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C.

Where to Find Tapinanthus erectotruncatus

Tapinanthus erectotruncatus can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Tapinanthus erectotruncatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapinanthus erectotruncatus?

Tapinanthus erectotruncatus

What family does Tapinanthus erectotruncatus belong to?

Loranthaceae

What is the common name of Tapinanthus erectotruncatus?

Erect-truncate Tapinanthus

Species in the Tapinanthus genus

Tapinanthus glaucophyllus, Tapinanthus globifer, Tapinanthus erianthus, Tapinanthus forbesii, Tapinanthus erectotruncatus, Tapinanthus buchneri, Tapinanthus bangwensis, Tapinanthus belvisii, Tapinanthus constrictiflorus, Tapinanthus dependens, Tapinanthus quequensis, Tapinanthus sessilifolius, Tapinanthus preussii, Tapinanthus mechowii, Tapinanthus malacophyllus, Tapinanthus longiflorus, Tapinanthus oleifolius, Tapinanthus ophiodes, Tapinanthus ogowensis, Tapinanthus pentagonia, Tapinanthus mollissimus, Tapinanthus rubro-marginatus, Tapinanthus congolense, Tapinanthus decurrens, Tapinanthus viscum, Tapinanthus sessilifolius, Tapinanthus buvumae, Tapinanthus apodanthus, Tapinanthus buntingii, Tapinanthus coronatus, Tapinanthus farmarii, Tapinanthus letouzeyi, Tapinanthus cordifolius, Tapinanthus praetexta,

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2441899: Based on the initial data import
Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.
Simone Balle (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balle' in the authors string.
Delbert Wiens (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiens' in the authors string.