Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
458447

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brongn.) Blume

Source:
ksu

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 2: 58 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457779



Common Names

  • Trema discolor
  • Discolor Trema
  • Discolor Trema


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Synonyms

  • Sponia discolor (Brongn.) Decne. ex Planch. [unknown]
  • Celtis discolor Brongn. [unknown]

Description

Trema discolor (also called Discolor Trema, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in wet, marshy soils. It is found in wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Trema discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and is often used as a hedge or border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trema discolor is a small, yellow-green flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trema discolor is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-drained medium such as perlite or sand. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Trema discolor

Trema discolor is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Trema discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trema discolor?

Trema discolor

What is the natural habitat of Trema discolor?

Trema discolor is native to tropical Asia, from India to China.

What are the growth requirements of Trema discolor?

Trema discolor requires moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Species in the Cannabaceae family

Aphananthe aspera, Aphananthe cuspidata, Aphananthe monoica, Aphananthe philippinensis, Aphananthe sakalava, Cannabis sativa, Celtis adolfi-friderici, Celtis africana, Celtis australis, Celtis balansae, Celtis berteroana, Celtis bifida, Celtis biondii, Celtis boninensis, Celtis brasiliensis, Celtis bungeana, Celtis caucasica, Celtis caudata, Celtis cerasifera, Celtis chekiangensis, Celtis chichape, Celtis conferta, Celtis glabrata, Celtis gomphophylla, Celtis harperi, Celtis hildebrandii, Celtis hypoleuca, Celtis iguanaea, Celtis jamaicensis, Celtis jessoensis, Celtis julianae, Celtis koraiensis, Celtis laevigata, Celtis latifolia, Celtis lindheimeri, Celtis loxensis, Celtis luzonica, Celtis madagascariensis, Celtis mauritiana, Celtis mildbraedii, Celtis occidentalis, Celtis orthacanthos, Celtis pacifica, Celtis pallida, Celtis paniculata, Celtis petenensis, Celtis philippensis, Celtis punctata, Celtis reticulata, Celtis rigescens,

References

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856740-1: Based on the initial data import