Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
viridissimus
ID:
329051

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 545 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328383



Common Names

  • Trigonostemon viridissimus
  • Viridissimus Trigonostemon
  • Trigonostemon Viridissimus


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Synonyms

  • Sabia viridissima Kurz [unknown]
  • Trigonostemon ovatifolius J.J.Sm. in Koord. & Valeton [unknown]
  • Blachia viridissima (Kurz) King [unknown]
  • Kurziodendron viridissimum (Kurz) N.P.Balakr. [unknown]

Description

Trigonostemon viridissimus (also called Greenest Trigonostemon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonostemon viridissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trigonostemon viridissimus var. chatterjii (Deb & Deka) N.P.Balakr. & Chakrab.
Trigonostemon viridissimus var. viridissimus
Trigonostemon viridissimus var. confertifolius N.P.Balakr. & N.G.Nair

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonostemon viridissimus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonostemon viridissimus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer and planting them in a moist, well-draining soil. It can also be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Trigonostemon viridissimus

Trigonostemon viridissimus is native to Vietnam.

Trigonostemon viridissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonostemon viridissimus?

Trigonostemon viridissimus

What is the common name of Trigonostemon viridissimus?

Green Trigonostemon

What is the natural habitat of Trigonostemon viridissimus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Trigonostemon genus

Trigonostemon adenocalyx, Trigonostemon albiflorus, Trigonostemon angustifolius, Trigonostemon apetalogyne, Trigonostemon aurantiacus, Trigonostemon beccarii, Trigonostemon birmanicus, Trigonostemon bonianus, Trigonostemon borneensis, Trigonostemon capillipes, Trigonostemon capitellatum, Trigonostemon carnosulus, Trigonostemon cherrieri, Trigonostemon chinensis, Trigonostemon cochinchinensis, Trigonostemon cumingii, Trigonostemon detritiferus, Trigonostemon diffusus, Trigonostemon diplopetalus, Trigonostemon dipteranthus, Trigonostemon eberhardtii, Trigonostemon elegantissimus, Trigonostemon elmeri, Trigonostemon everettii, Trigonostemon filiformis, Trigonostemon flavidus, Trigonostemon fragilis, Trigonostemon gaudichaudii, Trigonostemon hartleyi, Trigonostemon heteranthus, Trigonostemon hirsutus, Trigonostemon howii, Trigonostemon hybridus, Trigonostemon inopinatus, Trigonostemon ionthocarpus, Trigonostemon kerrii, Trigonostemon laetus, Trigonostemon laevigatus, Trigonostemon lanceolatus, Trigonostemon laoticus, Trigonostemon laxiflorus, Trigonostemon longipedunculatus, Trigonostemon longipes, Trigonostemon magnificus, Trigonostemon malaccanus, Trigonostemon matangensis, Trigonostemon matanginsu, Trigonostemon merrillii, Trigonostemon murtonii, Trigonostemon nemoralis,

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-208929: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.