A comprehensive review on ecology, life cycle and use of Tecoma stans (bignoneaceae).

ABSTRACT: Tecoma stans is a widely distributed tall ornamental shrub in the plains of Indian subcontinent and is considered an invasive species across Argentina, Australia, South Africa, Pacific Islands and tropical regions of Asia. Besides having an ornamental significance, T. stans has been extensively investigated for its pharmaceutical applications as a source of bioactive compounds. In addition, the shrub is cultivated commercially as a potted flowering plant. We believe that T. stans, being a hardy, invasive and aggressively growing species, holds a considerable potential and a promising solution for re-greening waste and degraded lands outside its invasive range, due to its wider adaptability and drought tolerant characteristics. The shrub is an excellent source of pollen and nectar, that att

SUBMITTER: Singh S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10861415 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature