Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
1247128

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Daly

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43: 130 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246466



Common Names

  • Trattinnickia lancifolia
  • Lancifolia Trattinnickia
  • Trattinnickia Lancifolia


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Description

Trattinnickia lancifolia (also called 'Lanceleaf Trattinnickia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in scrub, woodland and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trattinnickia lancifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trattinnickia lancifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trattinnickia lancifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Trattinnickia lancifolia

Trattinnickia lancifolia is native to South America.

Trattinnickia lancifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trattinnickia lancifolia?

Trattinnickia lancifolia

What are the common names of Trattinnickia lancifolia?

Lanceleaf Trattinnickia, Lanceleaf

What is the natural habitat of Trattinnickia lancifolia?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Burseraceae family

Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50137149: Based on the initial data import
Douglas C. Daly (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Daly' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.