Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
trifidus
ID:
242597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(1): 151 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241929



Common Names

  • Mesechites trifidus
  • Trifidus Mesechites
  • Trifidus Bush


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Synonyms

  • Mesechites acutisepalus Monach. [unknown]
  • Mesechites bicorniculatus Woodson [unknown]
  • Mesechites disadenus (Miq.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mesechites japurensis Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mesechites sanctae-crucis Woodson [unknown]
  • Mesechites surinamensis (Miq.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Echites trifidus puberulus Markgr. [unknown]
  • Echites trifidus sanctae-crucis Malme [unknown]
  • Mesechites trifidus tomentulosus Woodson [unknown]
  • Echites trifidus major Benth. [unknown]
  • Echites bicorniculatus Rusby [unknown]
  • Echites chloranthus Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Echites cuspidatus Willd. ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Echites disadenus Miq. [unknown]
  • Echites japurensis Stadelm. [unknown]
  • Echites mapirensis H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]
  • Echites pallidus Miers [unknown]
  • Echites rigidus Rusby [unknown]
  • Echites sanctae-crucis S.Moore [unknown]
  • Echites surinamensis Miq. [unknown]
  • Echites trifidus Jacq. [unknown]
  • Echites tubulosus Benth. [unknown]
  • Echites trifidus O.F.Müll. [unknown]

Description

Mesechites trifidus (also called Three-lobed mesechites, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Chile. It has a single stem and small, narrow, leathery leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is found in montane forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Mesechites trifidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin ailments, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesechites trifidus has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters at the end of the stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in pairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesechites trifidus is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers well-drained, moist soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best achieved through division of the root clump or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle.

Where to Find Mesechites trifidus

Mesechites trifidus can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Mesechites trifidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesechites trifidus?

Mesechites trifidus

What is the natural habitat of Mesechites trifidus?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Mesechites trifidus?

Trifidus False Palm, False Palm

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