Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
triternata
ID:
1325897

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klatt) Orchard

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 385 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338351



Common Names

  • Triternata Lipotriche
  • Lipotriche triternata
  • Triternata Lipotriche


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Description

Lipotriche triternata (also called Three-toothed Lipotriche, among many other common names) is a type of flowering plant native to South America. It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with trifoliate leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, open habitats such as savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lipotriche triternata is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lipotriche triternata is a small, white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, grass-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lipotriche triternata is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Lipotriche triternata

Lipotriche triternata can be found in South Africa, particularly in the province of Limpopo.

Lipotriche triternata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lipotriche triternata?

Lipotriche triternata

What is the family of Lipotriche triternata?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Lipotriche triternata?

Triternate Lipotriche

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.