Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tristigma
ID:
807134

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Halford & R.J.F.Hend.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 219 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806468



Common Names

  • Shonia tristigma
  • Tristigma Shonia
  • Tristigma Tree


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Description

Shonia tristigma (also called Tristigma Shonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland tropical rainforest habitats. It is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 20 m tall with a stem diameter of up to 20 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Shonia tristigma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Shonia tristigma sub. tristigma
Shonia tristigma sub. borealis Halford & R.J.F.Hend.
Shonia tristigma sub. parvifolia Halford & R.J.F.Hend.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Shonia tristigma has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Shonia tristigma is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Shonia tristigma

Shonia tristigma can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Shonia tristigma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Shonia tristigma?

Shonia tristigma

What is the common name of Shonia tristigma?

Tristigma shrub

What is the natural habitat of Shonia tristigma?

Dry, rocky soils in the western United States

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-344736: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Rodney Henderson (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.F.Hend.' in the authors string.
David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.