Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
328644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) P.F.Hunt

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 179 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327976



Common Names

  • Trichotosia flexuosa
  • Flexuosa Trichotosia
  • Flexuosa Star-vine


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Synonyms

  • Eria flexuosa J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Trichotosia flexuosa (also called African Violet, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 15 cm tall, with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white-pink flowers. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trichotosia flexuosa has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichotosia flexuosa are white and tubular with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichotosia flexuosa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Trichotosia flexuosa

Trichotosia flexuosa can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, India, and Sri Lanka.

Trichotosia flexuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichotosia flexuosa?

Trichotosia flexuosa

What is the family of Trichotosia flexuosa?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Trichotosia flexuosa?

Flexuous Trichotosia

Species in the Trichotosia genus

Trichotosia annulata, Trichotosia aporina, Trichotosia atroferruginea, Trichotosia aurea, Trichotosia barbarossa, Trichotosia brachiata, Trichotosia brachybotrya, Trichotosia bracteata, Trichotosia breviflora, Trichotosia brevipedunculata, Trichotosia brevirachis, Trichotosia buruensis, Trichotosia calvescens, Trichotosia canaliculata, Trichotosia collina, Trichotosia conifera, Trichotosia dalatensis, Trichotosia dasyphylla, Trichotosia ferox, Trichotosia flexuosa, Trichotosia fractiflexa, Trichotosia fusca, Trichotosia gautierensis, Trichotosia gjellerupii, Trichotosia glabrifolia, Trichotosia gowana, Trichotosia gracilis, Trichotosia hapalostachya, Trichotosia hispidissima, Trichotosia hypophaea, Trichotosia indragiriensis, Trichotosia integra, Trichotosia iodantha, Trichotosia jejuna, Trichotosia katherinae, Trichotosia klabatensis, Trichotosia lacinulata, Trichotosia latifolia, Trichotosia latifrons, Trichotosia lawiensis, Trichotosia longissima, Trichotosia malleimentum, Trichotosia microphylla, Trichotosia mollicaulis, Trichotosia molliflora, Trichotosia mollis, Trichotosia odoardoi, Trichotosia oreodoxa, Trichotosia paludosa, Trichotosia pauciflora,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-208542: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Peter Francis Hunt (1936-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.F.Hunt' in the authors string.