Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
sinuatum
ID:
1291494

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxim.

Source:
tro

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 15: 373 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290832

Common Names

  • Triosteum sinuatum
  • Sinuate Horse Gentian
  • Sinuate Tinkersweed

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Description

Triosteum sinuatum (also called Sinuate Horse Gentian, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern North America. It has small, bright green leaves and yellow flowers, and it grows in sandy soils and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Triosteum sinuatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for hedges. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triosteum sinuatum has white flowers that are composed of five petals and have a sweet, fragrant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triosteum sinuatum is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn and rooted in a cold frame. The shrub can be planted in a sunny or partially shaded position and prefers well-drained soil.

Where to Find Triosteum sinuatum

Triosteum sinuatum is native to North America.

Triosteum sinuatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triosteum sinuatum?

Triosteum sinuatum

What is the common name of Triosteum sinuatum?

Sinuate Horse Gentian

What is the natural habitat of Triosteum sinuatum?

It is native to eastern North America

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,

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