Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lovo & Mello-Silva) Christenh. & Byng
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:58. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425276
Common Names
- Striata Aroid
- Striata Arum
- Trimezia Striata
Description
Trimezia striata (also called Striated Trimezia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to tropical America, and is found in habitats such as montane forests. It is a perennial herb with a thick, fleshy stem and ovate leaves. The flowers are white, with a yellow throat.
Uses & Benefits
Trimezia striata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trimezia striata has small, yellow flowers with three petals, each with a darker yellow stripe in the center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trimezia striata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It is best grown in partial shade, in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer, and divisions can be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Trimezia striata
Trimezia striata is native to South America and is found in the tropical rainforests of the region.
Trimezia striata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trimezia striata?
Trimezia striata
What is the family of Trimezia striata?
Iridaceae
Where is Trimezia striata native to?
Mexico
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.
Juliana Lovo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lovo' in the authors string.