Status:
valid
Authors:
Lobão
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 309(2): 193 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318896
Common Names
- Trigynaea Flagelliflora
- Flagelliflora Star
- Flagelliflora Morning Glory
Description
Trigynaea flagelliflora (also called Trigynaea Plant, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It grows in moist, shady areas and has large, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are white and have a bell-shaped structure.
Uses & Benefits
Trigynaea flagelliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Trigynaea flagelliflora are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trigynaea flagelliflora is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -100°C (-148°F). Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Trigynaea flagelliflora
Trigynaea flagelliflora can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Trigynaea flagelliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trigynaea flagelliflora?
Trigynaea flagelliflora
What is the common name of Trigynaea flagelliflora?
Trigynaea flagelliflora
What type of plant is Trigynaea flagelliflora?
Tree
Species in the Trigynaea genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
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,
References
Adriana Q. Lobão: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lobão' in the authors string.