Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
tripodum
ID:
1266819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kearns

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana 3: 623 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266157



Common Names

  • Tripodum Schizocarpum
  • Schizocarpum Tripodum
  • Schizocarpum Tripodum Vines


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Description

Schizocarpum tripodum (also called Tripod Schizocarpum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Schizocarpum tripodum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schizocarpum tripodum is yellow and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizocarpum tripodum is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and shrublands. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require supplemental watering. It is best grown in well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Schizocarpum tripodum

Schizocarpum tripodum can be found in the Amazon Basin of Brazil.

Schizocarpum tripodum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizocarpum tripodum?

Schizocarpum tripodum

What is the common name of Schizocarpum tripodum?

Tripod schizocarpum

What type of plant is Schizocarpum tripodum?

It is an annual herbaceous plant

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50220900: Based on the initial data import
Denis M. Kearns: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kearns' in the authors string.