Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 2: 328 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322806
Common Names
- Thecacoris trichogyne
- Trichogyne Thecacoris
- Trichogyne Thecacoris Plant
Synonyms
- Thecacoris annobonae Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
- Thecacoris lenifolia J.Léonard [unknown]
Description
Thecacoris trichogyne (also called Hairy Thecacoris, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Thecacoris trichogyne is a plant native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Thecacoris trichogyne are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thecacoris trichogyne is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Thecacoris trichogyne
Thecacoris trichogyne can be found in Central and South America.
Thecacoris trichogyne FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thecacoris trichogyne?
Thecacoris trichogyne
What is the family of Thecacoris trichogyne?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Thecacoris trichogyne?
Madagascar
Species in the Thecacoris genus
Thecacoris cometia,
Thecacoris glabroglandulosa,
Thecacoris grandifolia,
Thecacoris humbertii,
Thecacoris lancifolia,
Thecacoris latistipula,
Thecacoris leptobotrya,
Thecacoris lucida,
Thecacoris madagascariensis,
Thecacoris perrieri,
Thecacoris spathulifolia,
Thecacoris stenopetala,
Thecacoris trichogyne,
Thecacoris usambarensis,
Thecacoris viridis,
Thecacoris micrantha,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri,
Actephila saccata,
Actephila albidula,
Actephila anthelminthica,
Actephila aurantiaca,
Actephila collinsiae,
Actephila daii,
Actephila dolichopoda,
Actephila excelsa,
Actephila foetida,
Actephila grandifolia,
Actephila latifolia,
Actephila lindleyi,
Actephila longipedicellata,
Actephila macrantha,
Actephila mearsii,
Actephila merrilliana,
Actephila mooreana,
Actephila nitidula,
Actephila ovalis,
Actephila petiolaris,
Actephila pierrei,
Actephila platysepala,
Actephila puberula,
Actephila sessilifolia,
Actephila subsessilis,
Actephila trichogyna,
Actephila bella,
Actephila championiae,
Actephila flavescens,
Actephila plicata,
Actephila traceyi,
Actephila venusta,
Actephila vernicosa,
Actephila forsteri,
Amanoa almerindae,
Amanoa anomala,
Amanoa bracteosa,
Amanoa caribaea,
Amanoa congesta,
Amanoa cupatensis,
Amanoa glaucophylla,
Amanoa gracillima,
Amanoa guianensis,
Amanoa muricata,
Amanoa nanayensis,
Amanoa neglecta,
Amanoa oblongifolia,
Amanoa sinuosa,
Amanoa steyermarkii,