Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kurz) Parmar
Source:
ipni
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 18: 251 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157673
Common Names
- Spectacular Tridynamia
- Spectacular Three-spike
- Three-spike
Synonyms
- Poranopsis spectabilis (Kurz) Roberty [unknown]
- Porana spectabilis Kurz [unknown]
Description
Tridynamia spectabilis (also called Spectacular Tridynamia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has long, thin leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical habitats, such as forests and gardens.
Uses & Benefits
Tridynamia spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tridynamia spectabilis is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tridynamia spectabilis is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Tridynamia spectabilis
Tridynamia spectabilis is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in the wild in areas with well-drained soils and full sun exposure.
Tridynamia spectabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tridynamia spectabilis?
Tridynamia spectabilis
What is the common name of Tridynamia spectabilis?
Showy Tridynamia
What type of plant is Tridynamia spectabilis?
Climbing Vine
Species in the Tridynamia genus
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,