Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
New Plantsman 7: 158 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042528
Common Names
- Podophyllum trilobulus
- Three-lobed Podophyllum
- Trilobed Podophyllum
Description
Podophyllum trilobulus (also called Trilobed Podophyllum, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous species that is found in the Yunnan province of China. It is characterized by its erect, simple, and branched stems and has a yellowish-green to greenish-brown color. It grows in humid, shady habitats, such as in forests, on rocks, and on tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Podophyllum trilobulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Podophyllum trilobulus are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podophyllum trilobulus is an evergreen perennial native to China. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun if given sufficient water.
Where to Find Podophyllum trilobulus
Podophyllum trilobulus is native to China, and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Guangxi and Yunnan.
Species in the Podophyllum genus
Podophyllum peltatum,
Podophyllum hexandrum,
Podophyllum hemsleyi,
Podophyllum glaucescens,
Podophyllum emeiense,
Podophyllum guangxiense,
Podophyllum trilobulus,
Podophyllum pleianthum,
Podophyllum majorense,
Podophyllum versipelle,
Podophyllum difforme,
Podophyllum delavayi,
Podophyllum aurantiocaule,
Podophyllum majoense,
Podophyllum grayi,
Podophyllum tsayuense,
Podophyllum sinense,
Podophyllum cymosum,
Species in the Berberidaceae family
Achlys californica,
Achlys japonica,
Achlys triphylla,
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,