Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ksu
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 23: 163 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455451
Common Names
- Trichilia Humblotii
- Humblot's Mahogany
- Humblot's Cedar
Description
Trichilia humblotii (also called Humblot's Trichilia, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trichilia humblotii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichilia humblotii has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a short, rounded cotyledon and long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichilia humblotii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Trichilia humblotii
Trichilia humblotii can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Trichilia humblotii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichilia humblotii?
Trichilia humblotii
What are the common names of Trichilia humblotii?
Humblot's Trichilia
What is the natural habitat of Trichilia humblotii?
Tropical forests and woodlands
Species in the Trichilia genus
Trichilia gamopetala,
Trichilia glabra,
Trichilia gilletii,
Trichilia gilgiana,
Trichilia heudelotii,
Trichilia elegans,
Trichilia dregeana,
Trichilia elsae,
Trichilia discolor,
Trichilia florbranca,
Trichilia fasciculata,
Trichilia humblotii,
Trichilia euneura,
Trichilia emetica,
Trichilia hirta,
Trichilia megalantha,
Trichilia mazanensis,
Trichilia maynasiana,
Trichilia micrantha,
Trichilia martiana,
Trichilia martineaui,
Trichilia monadelpha,
Trichilia inaequilatera,
Trichilia lepidota,
Trichilia lecointei,
Trichilia catigua,
Trichilia capitata,
Trichilia breviflora,
Trichilia cipo,
Trichilia americana,
Trichilia acuminata,
Trichilia trifolia,
Trichilia retusa,
Trichilia pleeana,
Trichilia pittieri,
Trichilia prieureana,
Trichilia tomentosa,
Trichilia quadrivalvis,
Trichilia quadrijuga,
Trichilia oligantha,
Trichilia pallida,
Trichilia pallens,
Trichilia singularis,
Trichilia surinamensis,
Trichilia tessmannii,
Trichilia taubertiana,
Trichilia septentrionalis,
Trichilia rubra,
Trichilia zewaldae,
Trichilia welwitschii,
Species in the Meliaceae family
Aglaia cooperae,
Aglaia agglomerata,
Aglaia aherniana,
Aglaia amplexicaulis,
Aglaia angustifolia,
Aglaia apiocarpa,
Aglaia archboldiana,
Aglaia argentea,
Aglaia australiensis,
Aglaia barbanthera,
Aglaia basiphylla,
Aglaia beccarii,
Aglaia brassii,
Aglaia breviracemosa,
Aglaia brownii,
Aglaia bullata,
Aglaia ceramica,
Aglaia chittagonga,
Aglaia conferta,
Aglaia coriacea,
Aglaia costata,
Aglaia crassinervia,
Aglaia cremea,
Aglaia cucullata,
Aglaia cumingiana,
Aglaia cuspidata,
Aglaia densisquama,
Aglaia densitricha,
Aglaia edulis,
Aglaia elaeagnoidea,
Aglaia elliptica,
Aglaia erythrosperma,
Aglaia euryanthera,
Aglaia evansensis,
Aglaia eximia,
Aglaia exstipulata,
Aglaia flavescens,
Aglaia flavida,
Aglaia forbesii,
Aglaia foveolata,
Aglaia fragilis,
Aglaia glabrata,
Aglaia gracilis,
Aglaia grandis,
Aglaia heterotricha,
Aglaia hiernii,
Aglaia ijzermannii,
Aglaia integrifolia,
Aglaia korthalsii,
Aglaia lancilimba,