Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
triandra
ID:
309947

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XIV: 55 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309279



Common Names

  • Senefeldera Triandra
  • Tricolor Balsam Tree
  • Tricolor Candlewood


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Description

Senefeldera triandra (also called Three-stamened Senefeldera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Senefeldera triandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senefeldera triandra has small yellowish-green flowers with yellowish-brown fruits. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senefeldera triandra is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Senefeldera triandra

Senefeldera triandra can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Senefeldera triandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senefeldera triandra?

Senefeldera triandra

What type of plant is Senefeldera triandra?

Palm

What is the natural habitat of Senefeldera triandra?

Tropical rainforests

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-190503: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.