Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Jin & R.N.Zhao
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Boreal.-Occid. Sin. 22: 667 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042174
Common Names
- Patrinia trifoliata
- Trifoliata Patrinia
- Three-leaved Patrinia
Description
Patrinia trifoliata (also called Japanese Patrinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and three-lobed leaves. It is native to East Asia and typically grows in moist, grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Patrinia trifoliata is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Patrinia trifoliata has a white spathe and a yellow spadix. Seeds: The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings have two, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Patrinia trifoliata is a small, evergreen shrub native to China. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny spot and kept moist. Once established, Patrinia trifoliata requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Patrinia trifoliata
Patrinia trifoliata can be found in the temperate regions of India and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Patrinia genus
Patrinia triloba,
Patrinia gibbosa,
Patrinia saniculifolia,
Patrinia sibirica,
Patrinia trifoliata,
Patrinia villosa,
Patrinia intermedia,
Patrinia rupestris,
Patrinia villosa,
Patrinia scabiosifolia,
Patrinia speciosa,
Patrinia glabrifolia,
Patrinia rupestris,
Patrinia scabra,
Patrinia heterophylla,
Patrinia monandra,
Species in the Caprifoliaceae family
Bassecoia bretschneideri,
Bassecoia siamensis,
Bassecoia hookeri,
Cephalaria duzceensis,
Cephalaria alpina,
Cephalaria ambrosioides,
Cephalaria anatolica,
Cephalaria aristata,
Cephalaria armeniaca,
Cephalaria armerioides,
Cephalaria armoraciifolia,
Cephalaria attenuata,
Cephalaria axillaris,
Cephalaria aytachii,
Cephalaria balansae,
Cephalaria balkharica,
Cephalaria beijiangensis,
Cephalaria calcarea,
Cephalaria cedrorum,
Cephalaria charadzeae,
Cephalaria cilicica,
Cephalaria coriacea,
Cephalaria dagestanica,
Cephalaria decurrens,
Cephalaria demetrii,
Cephalaria dichaetophora,
Cephalaria dirmilensis,
Cephalaria ekimiana,
Cephalaria elazigensis,
Cephalaria elmaliensis,
Cephalaria fanourii,
Cephalaria flava,
Cephalaria foliosa,
Cephalaria galpiniana,
Cephalaria gazipashensis,
Cephalaria gigantea,
Cephalaria goetzei,
Cephalaria hakkiarica,
Cephalaria hirsuta,
Cephalaria humilis,
Cephalaria integrifolia,
Cephalaria isaurica,
Cephalaria joppensis,
Cephalaria juncea,
Cephalaria katangensis,
Cephalaria kesruanica,
Cephalaria kotschyi,
Cephalaria laevigata,
Cephalaria leucantha,
Cephalaria litvinovii,
References
Ru Neng Zhao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.N.Zhao' in the authors string.
Ling Jin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Jin' in the authors string.