Status:
valid
Authors:
Cogn.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 275 I: 171 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619937
Common Names
- Triangular Corallocarpus
- Corallocarpus triangularis
- Corallocarpus triangularis
Description
Corallocarpus triangularis (also called triangular coralberry, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to East Asia. It is an upright shrub with small, triangular leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Corallocarpus triangularis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Corallocarpus triangularis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Corallocarpus triangularis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Corallocarpus triangularis
Corallocarpus triangularis is native to China and can be found in moist forests and grasslands at elevations of 500-3000 m.
Corallocarpus triangularis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Corallocarpus triangularis?
Corallocarpus triangularis is native to eastern North America.
What is the average size of Corallocarpus triangularis?
Corallocarpus triangularis typically grows to a height of about 6-12 inches.
What is the ideal temperature for Corallocarpus triangularis?
Corallocarpus triangularis prefers temperatures between 40-80°F.
Species in the Corallocarpus genus
Corallocarpus bainesii,
Corallocarpus boehmii,
Corallocarpus conocarpus,
Corallocarpus dissectus,
Corallocarpus ellipticus,
Corallocarpus epigaeus,
Corallocarpus poissonii,
Corallocarpus schimperi,
Corallocarpus schinzii,
Corallocarpus tenuissimus,
Corallocarpus triangularis,
Corallocarpus welwitschii,
Corallocarpus perrieri,
Corallocarpus grevei,
Corallocarpus glomeruliflorus,
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia,
Acanthosicyos horridus,
Actinostemma lobatum,
Actinostemma parvifolium,
Actinostemma tenerum,
Alsomitra macrocarpa,
Ampelosicyos humblotii,
Ampelosicyos major,
Ampelosicyos meridionalis,
Ampelosicyos scandens,
Ampelosicyos bosseri,
Ampelosicyos leandrii,
Ampelosycios meridionalis,
Ampelosycios scandens,
Apodanthera anatuyana,
Apodanthera argentea,
Apodanthera aspera,
Apodanthera biflora,
Apodanthera bradei,
Apodanthera cinerea,
Apodanthera eriocalyx,
Apodanthera fasciculata,
Apodanthera ferreyrana,
Apodanthera glaziovii,
Apodanthera hindii,
Apodanthera hirtella,
Apodanthera laciniosa,
Apodanthera linearis,
Apodanthera mandonii,
Apodanthera mathewsii,
Apodanthera palmeri,
Apodanthera sagittifolia,
Apodanthera smilacifolia,
Apodanthera succulenta,
Apodanthera tumbeziana,
Apodanthera ulei,
Apodanthera undulata,
Apodanthera villosa,
Apodanthera weberbaueri,
Apodanthera longipedicellata,
Austrobryonia argillicola,
Austrobryonia centralis,
Austrobryonia micrantha,
Austrobryonia pilbarensis,
Baijiania borneensis,
Baijiania taiwaniana,
Baijiania decipiens,
Baijiania smitinandii,
Bambekea racemosa,
Bayabusua clarkei,