Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
elegantula
ID:
905001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 24: t. 2394 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000904336



Common Names

  • Trichopteryx Elegantula
  • Elegantula Trichopteryx
  • Trichopteryx Elegantula


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Description

Trichopteryx elegantula (also called Elegant Trichopteryx, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is a small shrub with small white flowers and is found in open woodland and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Trichopteryx elegantula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of growing conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichopteryx elegantula is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichopteryx elegantula can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Trichopteryx elegantula

Trichopteryx elegantula can be found in the tropical rainforests of South and Central America.

Trichopteryx elegantula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichopteryx elegantula?

Trichopteryx elegantula

What is the common name of Trichopteryx elegantula?

Elegant Reedlet

What is the habitat of Trichopteryx elegantula?

Wetlands, marshes, and lake margins

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:424679-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].