Status:
valid
Authors:
(Klatt) Christenh. & Byng
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:56. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425254
Common Names
- Trimezia monticola
- Mountain Trimezia
- Mountain Spiderwort
Description
Trimezia monticola (also called Mountain Spiderwort, among many other common names) is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen herb, growing up to 30 cm in height, with long, narrow leaves. It grows in wet, marshy areas, and is often found in the Amazon rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Trimezia monticola is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trimezia monticola has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and long with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trimezia monticola is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Trimezia monticola
Trimezia monticola is native to South America and is found in the tropical rainforests of the region.
Trimezia monticola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trimezia monticola?
Trimezia monticola
What is the common name of Trimezia monticola?
Monticola
Where does Trimezia monticola grow?
It is native to 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,
References
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.