Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 10: 35 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309161
Common Names
- Seidelia triandra
- Triandra Seidelia
- Triandra Palm
Synonyms
- Mercurialis pumila Sond. [unknown]
- Mercurialis triandra E.Mey. [unknown]
- Seidelia mercurialis Baill. [unknown]
- Seidelia pumila Baill. [unknown]
- Seidelia triandra mercurialis (Baill.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
- Seidelia triandra pumila (Sond.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
- Tragia triandra Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Tragia triandra pumila (Sond.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
Description
Seidelia triandra (also called ‘Seidelia’, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in dry deciduous forests and woodlands. It is a small shrub, growing to a height of 1–2 m (3 ft 3 in–6 ft 7 in) tall.
Uses & Benefits
Seidelia triandra is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fruits. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Seidelia triandra are small and yellow with a white centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Seidelia triandra can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Seidelia triandra
Seidelia triandra can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Seidelia triandra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Seidelia triandra?
Seidelia triandra
What is the common name of Seidelia triandra?
Seidelia
What is the family of Seidelia triandra?
Arecaceae
Species in the Seidelia genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,