Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lawiensis
ID:
328671

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Check-list Orchids Borneo : 223 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328003



Common Names

  • Trichotosia lawiensis
  • Lawiensis Trichotosia
  • Lawiensis Trichotosia Vine


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Synonyms

  • Eria lawiensis J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Eria lavviensis J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Trichotosia lawiensis (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 lawiensis 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

The flower of Trichotosia lawiensis is white and tubular, about 1 cm long. The seeds are small, brown and round, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are about 5 cm tall, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichotosia lawiensis is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Trichotosia lawiensis

Trichotosia lawiensis is native to tropical Africa.

Trichotosia lawiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichotosia lawiensis?

Trichotosia lawiensis

What is the common name of Trichotosia lawiensis?

Lawiensis Trichotosia

Where is Trichotosia lawiensis found?

Trichotosia lawiensis is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

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-208567: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.