Status:
valid
Authors:
D.M.Johnson & N.A.Murray
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 47: 289 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001229004
Common Names
- Axilliflora Trigynaea
- Trigynaea Axilliflora
- Trigynaea Grandiflora
Description
Trigynaea axilliflora (also called Axillary-flowered Trigynaea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, oblong leaves and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It prefers full sun and moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Trigynaea axilliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trigynaea axilliflora is a white-greenish color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trigynaea axilliflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be rooted in a cold frame. Once established, Trigynaea axilliflora can be transplanted into its permanent position in the garden.
Where to Find Trigynaea axilliflora
Trigynaea axilliflora can be found in moist meadows, marshes, and swamps in the eastern United States and Canada.
Trigynaea axilliflora FAQ
What is the common name of Trigynaea axilliflora?
Axillary Trigynaea
What is the natural habitat of Trigynaea axilliflora?
Tropical rainforests
What is the optimal temperature for Trigynaea axilliflora?
65-75°F (18-24°C)
Species in the Trigynaea genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
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Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,