Patrinia triloba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triloba
ID:
473482
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Miq.) Miq.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk. 2(4): 22 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472814
Common Names
- Patrinia Triloba
- Triloba Patrinia
- Trilob Patrinia
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- Valeriana triloba Miq. [unknown]
- Patrinia gibbiferum Nakai [unknown]
Description
Patrinia triloba (also called Three-lobed Patrinia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Patrinia triloba is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Patrinia triloba has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Patrinia triloba is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Patrinia triloba
Patrinia triloba can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Patrinia triloba FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Patrinia triloba?
Patrinia triloba prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the optimal light level for Patrinia triloba?
Patrinia triloba prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the optimal humidity level for Patrinia triloba?
Patrinia triloba prefers a humidity level of 50-70%.
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
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:859473-1: Based on the initial data import