Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
triflora
ID:
1276507

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & Freeman

Source:
tro

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 73: 288 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275845



Common Names

  • Microtropis triflora
  • Three-flowered Microtropis
  • Threeflowered Microtropis


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Description

Microtropis triflora (also called Three-flowered Microtropis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It typically grows to a height of 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft). It has dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Microtropis triflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its edible fruits, which can be eaten raw or cooked. The leaves of the plant can be used as a tea or as a medicinal herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microtropis triflora is a small, white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microtropis triflora is a shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to China and is found in dry to mesic forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Microtropis triflora

Microtropis triflora can be found in China and Japan.

Microtropis triflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microtropis triflora?

Microtropis triflora

What is the common name of Microtropis triflora?

Triflora

What is the natural habitat of Microtropis triflora?

It is found in tropical rainforests of East Asia

Species in the Microtropis genus

Microtropis grandifolia, Microtropis keningauensis, Microtropis crassifolia, Microtropis gagei, Microtropis elliptica, Microtropis fascicularis, Microtropis lanceolata, Microtropis curranii, Microtropis ovata, Microtropis kinabaluensis, Microtropis platyphylla, Microtropis latifolia, Microtropis longifolia, Microtropis microcarpa, Microtropis macrocarpa, Microtropis chlorocarpa, Microtropis apiculata, Microtropis argentea, Microtropis beddomei, Microtropis bivalvis, Microtropis stocksii, Microtropis sumatrana, Microtropis tenuis, Microtropis tetrameris, Microtropis valida, Microtropis wallichiana, Microtropis sarawakensis, Microtropis ramiflora, Microtropis rhynchocarpa, Microtropis rigida, Microtropis scottii, Microtropis sabahensis, Microtropis zeylanica, Microtropis xizangensis, Microtropis longicarpa, Microtropis daweishanensis, Microtropis shenzhenensis, Microtropis oligantha, Microtropis wui, Microtropis pallens, Microtropis malipoensis, Microtropis thyrsiflora, Microtropis semipaniculata, Microtropis pyramidalis, Microtropis sphaerocarpa, Microtropis submembranacea, Microtropis japonica, Microtropis fallax, Microtropis tetragona, Microtropis triflora,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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