Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
limae
ID:
1033786

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.S.Cowan) H.E.Ireland

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.62: 341 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001033124



Common Names

  • Trischidium limae
  • Lima Trischidium
  • Lima False Foxglove


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Description

Trischidium limae (also called 'Lima Trischidium', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has a single, narrow, pointed leaf and a single, small, white flower. It is found in moist, shady forests, often growing in mossy rocks or tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Trischidium limae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trischidium limae are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Where to Find Trischidium limae

Trischidium limae is native to Brazil and can be found in the state of Amazonas.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.
Helen Elizabeth Ireland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Ireland' in the authors string.