Trachoma coarctatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coarctatum
ID:
327172
Status:
valid
Authors:
(King & Pantl.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 208 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326504
Common Names
- Trachoma coarctatum
- Compressed Trachoma
- Squeezed Trachoma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trachoma coarctatum (also called Narrow-leaved Trachoma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It has a short trunk and a rounded crown, with narrow, dark green leaves. It grows in tropical forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Trachoma coarctatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trachoma coarctatum is a small, yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, bright green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trachoma coarctatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Trachoma coarctatum
Trachoma coarctatum can be found in the western United States and Mexico.
Trachoma coarctatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trachoma coarctatum?
Trachoma coarctatum
What type of plant is Trachoma coarctatum?
Tree
Where does Trachoma coarctatum grow?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Trachoma genus
Trachoma brevirhachis, Trachoma celebicum, Trachoma coarctatum, Trachoma guamense, Trachoma papuanum, Trachoma speciosum, Trachoma stellatum, Trachoma sarcochiloides, Trachoma binchinae, Trachoma candida, Trachoma gamma, Trachoma latriniformis, Trachoma minuta, Trachoma phillipsii, Trachoma rumphii, Trachoma sinapicolor,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Robert Pantling (1856-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pantl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:660397-1: Based on the initial data import