Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ravenna) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:56. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427483
Common Names
- Trimezia diamantinensis
- Diamantina Trimezia
- Diamantina Spiderwort
Description
Trimezia diamantinensis (also called Diamantina Trimezia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Trimezia diamantinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trimezia diamantinensis has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trimezia diamantinensis is an evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring and can be harvested in late summer.
Where to Find Trimezia diamantinensis
Trimezia diamantinensis is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical forests.
Trimezia diamantinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trimezia diamantinensis?
Trimezia diamantinensis
What type of plant is Trimezia diamantinensis?
Trimezia diamantinensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae.
Where is Trimezia diamantinensis found?
Trimezia diamantinensis is found in Brazil.
Species in the Trimezia genus
Trimezia portosecurensis,
Trimezia paradoxa,
Trimezia rotundata,
Trimezia capitellata,
Trimezia itamarajuensis,
Trimezia pardina,
Trimezia sobolifera,
Trimezia chimantensis,
Trimezia guianensis,
Trimezia guaricana,
Trimezia caulosa,
Trimezia plicatifolia,
Trimezia brachypus,
Trimezia fosteriana,
Trimezia fistulosa,
Trimezia exillima,
Trimezia candida,
Trimezia humilis,
Trimezia brevicaulis,
Trimezia spathata,
Trimezia martinicensis,
Trimezia juncifolia,
Trimezia caerulea,
Trimezia variegata,
Trimezia truncata,
Trimezia steyermarkii,
Trimezia glauca,
Trimezia sabini,
Trimezia pusilla,
Trimezia organensis,
Trimezia northiana,
Trimezia cathartica,
Trimezia altivallis,
Trimezia decora,
Trimezia decumbens,
Trimezia itatiaica,
Trimezia jaguatirica,
Trimezia latifolia,
Trimezia mogolensis,
Trimezia unca,
Trimezia campanula,
Trimezia datensis,
Trimezia monticola,
Trimezia eburnea,
Trimezia gracilis,
Trimezia floscella,
Trimezia speciosa,
Trimezia striata,
Trimezia castaneomaculata,
Trimezia concava,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,