Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 28(Misc.): 56 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283724
Common Names
- Trollius acaulis
- Trollius
- Acaulis
Description
Trollius acaulis (also called Stemless Trollius, among many other common names) is a herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are simple and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and is often used as a medicinal plant.
Uses & Benefits
Trollius acaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trollius acaulis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trollius acaulis is a perennial plant that prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-draining soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Trollius acaulis
Trollius acaulis can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Trollius acaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trollius acaulis?
Trollius acaulis
What is the common name of Trollius acaulis?
Stemless Globe Flower
What is the natural habitat of Trollius acaulis?
It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woods in Europe and Asia.
Species in the Trollius genus
Trollius vicarius,
Trollius uniflorus,
Trollius sikkimensis,
Trollius vitalii,
Trollius membranostylis,
Trollius macropetalus,
Trollius citrinus,
Trollius chinensis,
Trollius apertus,
Trollius ilmenensis,
Trollius hondoensis,
Trollius europaeus,
Trollius asiaticus,
Trollius laxus,
Trollius hybridus,
Trollius chartosepalus,
Trollius dschungaricus,
Trollius komarovii,
Trollius kytmanovii,
Trollius lilacinus,
Trollius ranunculinus,
Trollius sajanensis,
Trollius sibiricus,
Trollius yunnanensis,
Trollius pumilus,
Trollius buddae,
Trollius farreri,
Trollius ranunculoides,
Trollius vaginatus,
Trollius taihasenzanensis,
Trollius altaicus,
Trollius ledebourii,
Trollius micranthus,
Trollius riederianus,
Trollius afghanicus,
Trollius acaulis,
Trollius soyaensis,
Trollius teshioensis,
Trollius rebunensis,
Trollius shinanensis,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
Aconitum soyaense,
Aconitum abietetorum,
Aconitum acutiusculum,
Aconitum ajanense,
Aconitum alboflavidum,
Aconitum alboviolaceum,
Aconitum alpino-nepalense,
Aconitum ambiguum,
Aconitum amplexicaule,
Aconitum angulatum,
Aconitum angusticassidatum,
Aconitum angustifolium,
Aconitum anthora,
Aconitum apetalum,
Aconitum aquilonare,
Aconitum artemisiifolium,
Aconitum assamicum,
Aconitum atlanticum,
Aconitum austriacum,
Aconitum austrokoreense,
Aconitum axilliflorum,
Aconitum azumiense,
Aconitum baburinii,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum bailangense,
Aconitum barbatum,
Aconitum baumgartenianum,
Aconitum berdaui,
Aconitum bhedingense,
Aconitum bicolor,
Aconitum biflorum,
Aconitum brachypodum,
Aconitum bracteolatum,
Aconitum brevicalcaratum,
Aconitum brevilimbum,
Aconitum brevipetalum,
Aconitum brunneum,
Aconitum bucovinense,
Aconitum bujbense,
Aconitum bulbilliferum,
Aconitum bulleyanum,
Aconitum burnatii,
Aconitum calthifolium,
Aconitum cammarum,
Aconitum campylorrhynchum,
Aconitum cannabifolium,
Aconitum carmichaelii,
Aconitum changianum,
Aconitum charkeviczii,