Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
torrei
ID:
1318153

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Cusset) Cheek

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-55: 2 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330607

Common Names

  • Torrei Inversodicraea
  • Inversodicraea Torrei
  • Torrei Inversodicraea Tree

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Description

Inversodicraea torrei (also called Torre's Inversodicraea, among many other common names) is a low-growing, perennial plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, leathery, evergreen leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky, alpine meadows and on rocky slopes and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Inversodicraea torrei is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Inversodicraea torrei is a small, white or pinkish-purple bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inversodicraea torrei can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or autumn, and division should be done in the spring. The plant prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Inversodicraea torrei

Inversodicraea torrei is found in the tropical rainforests of East Africa.

Inversodicraea torrei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inversodicraea torrei?

Inversodicraea torrei

What is the common name of Inversodicraea torrei?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Inversodicraea torrei?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Martin Cheek (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheek' in the authors string.
Colette Cusset (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Cusset' in the authors string.