Tribonanthes minor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
811145
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Lyons & Keighery
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 78 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810479
Common Names
- Tribonanthes minor
- Small Tribonanthes
- Little Tribonanthes
Searching for Tribonanthes minor? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tribonanthes minor (also called Small Tribonanthes, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to India. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tribonanthes minor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for air purification and to reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tribonanthes minor is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Searching for Tribonanthes minor? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tribonanthes minor can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept warm and humid. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Tribonanthes minor
Tribonanthes minor is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Tribonanthes minor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tribonanthes minor?
Tribonanthes minor
What type of plant is Tribonanthes minor?
Herb
Where is Tribonanthes minor found?
India
Species in the Tribonanthes genus
Species in the Haemodoraceae family
Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-348732: Based on the initial data import
Gregory John Keighery (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keighery' in the authors string.
Michael N. Lyons (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Lyons' in the authors string.