Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
ovatum
ID:
458013

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Trans. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 41: 415 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457345



Common Names

  • Trichospermum ovatum
  • Ovatum Trichospermum
  • Ovate Trichospermum


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Description

Trichospermum ovatum (also called oval trichospermum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall and is native to the Philippines. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichospermum ovatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for landscaping purposes. It has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichospermum ovatum 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 ovatum is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The plants should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Trichospermum ovatum

Trichospermum ovatum can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Trichospermum ovatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichospermum ovatum?

Trichospermum ovatum

What is the common name of Trichospermum ovatum?

Jasmine

What is the natural habitat of Trichospermum ovatum?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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,