Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fosteriana
ID:
787424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 160 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786757

Common Names

  • Trimezia Fosteriana
  • Fosteriana Trimezia
  • Trimezia Fosteriana

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Description

Trimezia fosteriana (also called Foster's Trimezia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces star-shaped flowers with bright blue and white petals.

Uses & Benefits

Trimezia fosteriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trimezia fosteriana has white flowers with yellow centers and dark purple anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trimezia fosteriana is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it prefers full sun and moderate watering.

Where to Find Trimezia fosteriana

Trimezia fosteriana is native to Brazil.

Trimezia fosteriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trimezia fosteriana?

Trimezia fosteriana

What is the natural habitat of Trimezia fosteriana?

Trimezia fosteriana is native to Mexico and Central America.

What is the growth habit of Trimezia fosteriana?

Trimezia fosteriana is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.

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,

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