Trimezia plicatifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chukr
Source:
iplants
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Cad. Estud. Pesq., UNIP (São Paulo) 7: 6 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786749
Common Names
- Trimezia Plicatifolia
- Plicatifolia Trimezia
- Trimezia Plicatifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trimezia plicatifolia (also called Plicatifolia trimezia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, reaching up to 1 m in height. It is native to Central America, and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and other habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trimezia plicatifolia is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its beautiful and colorful flowers. It can also be used to make herbal teas and infusions, due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trimezia plicatifolia has small, yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trimezia plicatifolia 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 plicatifolia
Trimezia plicatifolia is native to Brazil.
Trimezia plicatifolia FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Trimezia plicatifolia?
Trimezia plicatifolia is native to South America.
What is the flower color of Trimezia plicatifolia?
The flowers of Trimezia plicatifolia are usually yellow or orange.
How can I propagate Trimezia plicatifolia?
Trimezia plicatifolia can be propagated by seed or division.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-325317: Based on the initial data import
Nadia Said Chukr: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chukr' in the authors string.