Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel
Source:
tro
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
cf. Linnaea 24: 198. 1851
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272762
Common Names
- Escheri Trevirana
- Escheri Trevirana Plant
- Escheri Trevirana Flower
Description
Trevirana escheri (also called 'Esher's Trevirana', among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 1m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It has white flowers and small, oval leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Trevirana escheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trevirana escheri has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellow throat. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trevirana escheri is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Trevirana escheri
Trevirana escheri can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Trevirana escheri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trevirana escheri?
Trevirana escheri
What type of plant is Trevirana escheri?
Trevirana escheri is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Trevirana escheri found?
Trevirana escheri is found in Brazil.
Species in the Trevirana genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,