Trichospermum lessertianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lessertianum
ID:
750912
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hochr.) Dorr
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 2: 19 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750245
Common Names
- Trichospermum Lessertianum
- Lessertianum Trichospermum
- Trichospermum Lessertianum Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trichospermum lessertianum (also called Lessertianum Trichospermum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has a grey bark and produces small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Trichospermum lessertianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Trichospermum lessertianum are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trichospermum lessertianum is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of dry conditions. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Trichospermum lessertianum
Trichospermum lessertianum is native to India. It can be found in the states of Assam, Bihar, and West Bengal. It is found in moist woodlands at elevations of 500-1,000 m.
Trichospermum lessertianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichospermum lessertianum?
Trichospermum lessertianum
What type of plant is Trichospermum lessertianum?
It is a shrub
Where does Trichospermum lessertianum grow?
It is native to India
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2905299: Based on the initial data import
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
Laurence J. Dorr (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorr' in the authors string.