Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
triflora
ID:
1325406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.C.Chang & C.Shih) Ze H.Wang & N.Kilian

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE 8(12): e82692 (17) (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337860



Common Names

  • Paraprenanthes triflora
  • Triflora Paraprenanthes
  • Paraprenanthes


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Description

Paraprenanthes triflora (also called Three-flowered Paraprenanthes, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub, reaching up to 2 m in height. Its leaves are elliptic and its flowers are small and white. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Paraprenanthes triflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paraprenanthes triflora has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraprenanthes triflora is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootball. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) and is drought-tolerant once established.

Where to Find Paraprenanthes triflora

Paraprenanthes triflora is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Paraprenanthes triflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraprenanthes triflora?

Paraprenanthes triflora

What are the common names of Paraprenanthes triflora?

Three-flowered Paraprenanthes

What is the natural habitat of Paraprenanthes triflora?

Tropical moist montane forests

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

Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.
Zhang Zhaoqian (1900-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Chang' in the authors string.
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.
Ze Huan Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ze H.Wang' in the authors string.