Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
ebenus
ID:
459443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cronk

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 52: 210 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458775



Common Names

  • Trochetiopsis ebenus
  • Ebenus Trochetiopsis
  • Ebony Trochetiopsis


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Description

Trochetiopsis ebenus (also called ebony trochetiopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small tree with ovate leaves and white, tubular flowers. It is native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trochetiopsis ebenus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trochetiopsis ebenus has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trochetiopsis ebenus is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Trochetiopsis ebenus

Trochetiopsis ebenus is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Trochetiopsis ebenus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trochetiopsis ebenus?

Trochetiopsis ebenus

What is the common name of Trochetiopsis ebenus?

Ebony Trochetiopsis

What is the natural habitat of Trochetiopsis ebenus?

Tropical rainforests of South America

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,