Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M. Schust.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Candollea. 21: 351. 1966
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000012833
Common Names
- Temnoma townrowiorum
- Townrowiorum Temnoma
- Townrowiorum's Temnoma
Description
Temnoma townrowiorum (also called 'Townrow's Temnoma', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen, cushion-forming plant with short, thick, leathery leaves. It is native to the Falkland Islands, where it grows in open grassland, rocky slopes and coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Temnoma townrowiorum has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Temnoma townrowiorum has small, yellow flowers with 4 petals and 4 stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, round and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Temnoma townrowiorum is a small, perennial, evergreen plant that grows in a wide range of habitats. It is easily propagated by division of the plant or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is tolerant of drought and frost and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Temnoma townrowiorum
Temnoma townrowiorum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Temnoma townrowiorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Temnoma townrowiorum?
Temnoma townrowiorum
What is the common name of Temnoma townrowiorum?
Townrow's Temnoma
What is the habitat of Temnoma townrowiorum?
Found in moist, shady areas, often in mossy forests
Species in the Temnoma genus
Temnoma pilosum,
Temnoma quadripartitum,
Temnoma setigerum,
Temnoma chaetophylla,
Temnoma pulchellum,
Temnoma townrowiorum,
Temnoma angustifolium,
Temnoma palmatum,
Temnoma patagonicum,
Temnoma paucisetigerum,
Temnoma quadrifidum,
Species in the Pseudolepicoleaceae family
Archeophylla schusteri,
Archeophylla paradoxa,
Archeophylla pungens,
Castanoclobos julaceus,
Chaetocolea palmata,
Herzogiaria teres,
Isophyllaria attenuata,
Isophyllaria fuegiana,
Pseudolepicolea fryei,
Pseudolepicolea quadrilaciniata,
Pseudolepicolea grolleana,
Pseudolepicolea kuehnemannii,
Pseudolepicolea andoi,
Pseudolepicolea trollii,
Pseudolepicolea temnomoides,
Temnoma pilosum,
Temnoma quadripartitum,
Temnoma setigerum,
Temnoma chaetophylla,
Temnoma pulchellum,
Temnoma townrowiorum,
Temnoma angustifolium,
Temnoma palmatum,
Temnoma patagonicum,
Temnoma paucisetigerum,
Temnoma quadrifidum,