Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
ikutai
ID:
458000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kaneh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 46: 486 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457332



Common Names

  • Trichospermum Ikutai
  • Ikutai Trichospermum
  • Ikutai's Trichospermum


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Description

Trichospermum ikutai (also called Ikutai Trichospermum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the tropical forests of Asia. It has a short trunk and a dense, rounded crown. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its flowers are small and white. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichospermum ikutai is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichospermum ikutai is a white star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichospermum ikutai is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Trichospermum ikutai

Trichospermum ikutai is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Trichospermum ikutai FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichospermum ikutai?

Trichospermum ikutai

What is the family of Trichospermum ikutai?

Apocynaceae

Where is Trichospermum ikutai found?

It is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Trichospermum genus

Trichospermum graciliflorum, Trichospermum gracile, Trichospermum galeottii, Trichospermum fosbergii, Trichospermum fletcheri, Trichospermum fauroensis, Trichospermum eriopodum, Trichospermum calyculatum, Trichospermum buruensis, Trichospermum burretii, Trichospermum arachnoideum, Trichospermum discolor, Trichospermum grewioides, Trichospermum kajewskii, Trichospermum negrosense, Trichospermum morotaiense, Trichospermum mexicanum, Trichospermum ledermannii, Trichospermum lanigerum, Trichospermum kjellbergii, Trichospermum peekelii, Trichospermum javanicum, Trichospermum involucratum, Trichospermum inmac, Trichospermum incanum, Trichospermum incaniopsis, Trichospermum ikutai, Trichospermum heliotrichum, Trichospermum samoense, Trichospermum tripyxis, Trichospermum talaudensis, Trichospermum subdehiscens, Trichospermum smithii, Trichospermum ovatum, Trichospermum sacciferum, Trichospermum rhamnifolium, Trichospermum quadrivalve, Trichospermum psilocladum, Trichospermum pseudojavanicum, Trichospermum pleiostigma, Trichospermum stevensii, Trichospermum lessertianum, Trichospermum richii,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,