Tristemma involucratum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involucratum
ID:
1227220
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 354 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226558
Common Names
- Tristemma involucratum
- Involucrate Tristemma
- Involucrate Wild-sage
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tristemma involucratum (also called Involucrate Tristemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asclepiadaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate in shape. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Tristemma involucratum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tristemma involucratum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.
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Tristemma involucratum can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It should be planted in a sunny or partially shaded position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Tristemma involucratum
Tristemma involucratum is native to India, where it is found in the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
Tristemma involucratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tristemma involucratum?
Tristemma involucratum
What type of plant is Tristemma involucratum?
It is a shrub
Where is Tristemma involucratum found?
It is found in Central and South America
Species in the Tristemma genus
Tristemma akeassii, Tristemma camerunense, Tristemma oreothamnos, Tristemma rubens, Tristemma vestitum, Tristemma mauritianum, Tristemma coronatum, Tristemma demeusei, Tristemma hirtum, Tristemma leiocalyx, Tristemma littorale, Tristemma oreophilum, Tristemma schliebenii, Tristemma involucratum, Tristemma albiflorum,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50048850: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.