Toechima dasyrrhache - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dasyrrhache
ID:
459548
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 31: 733 (1906 publ. 1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458880
Common Names
- Toechima dasyrrhache
- Toechima
- Dasyrrhache
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Toechima dasyrrhache (also called Red-fruited Toechima, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Toechima dasyrrhache is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Toechima dasyrrhache has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Toechima dasyrrhache is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 meters. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Toechima dasyrrhache
Toechima dasyrrhache is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Toechima dasyrrhache FAQ
What is the scientific name of Toechima dasyrrhache?
Toechima dasyrrhache
What are the common names of Toechima dasyrrhache?
Common names of Toechima dasyrrhache include the Soft-Fruited Toechima and Soft-Fruited False Thyme
What is the natural habitat of Toechima dasyrrhache?
Toechima dasyrrhache is native to Cuba and Hispaniola
Species in the Toechima genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:785480-1: Based on the initial data import