Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
triflorus
ID:
553254

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Mem. Wern. Nat. Hist. Soc. i. (1809) 54.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552586



Common Names

  • Triflorus Asta
  • Triflorus Wiregrass
  • Triflorus Rush


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Synonyms

  • Apocynum triflorum L.f. [unknown]
  • Astephanus marginatus Decne. [unknown]
  • Astephanus neglectus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Astephanus pauciflorus E.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Astephanus triflorus (also called Three-flowered aster, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in wet soils, such as along the edges of rivers and streams, and in swamps and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Astephanus triflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astephanus triflorus is a small, yellow, cup-shaped flower with three petals and a yellow center. The seed of Astephanus triflorus is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings of Astephanus triflorus are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astephanus triflorus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide indirect light until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Astephanus triflorus

Astephanus triflorus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Astephanus triflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astephanus triflorus?

Astephanus triflorus

What is the common name of Astephanus triflorus?

Three-flowered aster

What is the family of Astephanus triflorus?

Asteraceae

Species in the Astephanus genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2656473: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.