Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
auriculatum
ID:
73845

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 30: 67 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073174



Common Names

  • Trigonospermum
  • Trigonospermum Auriculatum
  • Trigonospermum Flower


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Description

Trigonospermum auriculatum (also called Ear-Leaved Trigonospermum, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonospermum auriculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonospermum auriculatum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonospermum auriculatum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Trigonospermum auriculatum

Trigonospermum auriculatum is native to eastern Australia. It is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands, at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Trigonospermum auriculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonospermum auriculatum?

Trigonospermum auriculatum

What is the common name of Trigonospermum auriculatum?

Ear-shaped Trigonospermum

What is the natural habitat of Trigonospermum auriculatum?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed habitats

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-29915: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.