Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifolia
ID:
334172

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 638 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333504



Common Names

  • Trifolia Vitex
  • Vitex Trifolia
  • Trifolia Vitex


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Synonyms

  • Vitex agnus-castus subtrisecta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vitex indica Mill. [unknown]
  • Vitex integerrima Mill. [unknown]
  • Vitex langundi Ridl. [unknown]
  • Vitex rotundifolia heterophylla Makino ex H.Hara [unknown]
  • Vitex variifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus trifolia (L.) Kurz [unknown]
  • Vitex negundo bicolor (Willd.) H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Vitex trifolia albiflora Moldenke [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus javanica Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vitex rotundifolia heterophylla Mak. [unknown]

Description

Vitex trifolia (also called Three-leaved Chaste Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Verbenaceae family. It is native to India and other parts of South Asia. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Vitex trifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vitex trifolia sub. litoralis Steenis
Vitex trifolia var. taihangensis (L.B.Guo & S.Q.Zhou) S.L.Chen
Vitex trifolia sub. trifolia
Vitex trifolia var. trifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vitex trifolia has small, white to pale blue flowers, which are followed by small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vitex trifolia is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings warm and moist until they have rooted, which can take several weeks.

Where to Find Vitex trifolia

Vitex trifolia can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Vitex trifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Vitex trifolia?

Trifolia chastetree

What is the growth rate of Vitex trifolia?

Slow to moderate

What is the hardiness zone of Vitex trifolia?

USDA Hardiness Zone 9 to 11

Species in the Vitex genus

Vitex acuminata, Vitex acunae, Vitex agelaeifolia, Vitex agnus-castus, Vitex ajugiflora, Vitex altissima, Vitex amaniensis, Vitex angolensis, Vitex aurea, Vitex befotakensis, Vitex benuensis, Vitex beraviensis, Vitex betsiliensis, Vitex bogalensis, Vitex bojeri, Vitex bracteata, Vitex brevilabiata, Vitex brevipetiolata, Vitex buchananii, Vitex burmensis, Vitex caespitosa, Vitex calothyrsa, Vitex canescens, Vitex capitata, Vitex carbunculorum, Vitex cauliflora, Vitex cestroides, Vitex chrysleriana, Vitex chrysocarpa, Vitex chrysomallum, Vitex ciliata, Vitex clementis, Vitex cochinchinensis, Vitex cofassus, Vitex collina, Vitex colombiensis, Vitex compressa, Vitex congolensis, Vitex cooperi, Vitex coursi, Vitex cuspidata, Vitex cymosa, Vitex degeneriana, Vitex dinklagei, Vitex discoideo-glandulosa, Vitex divaricata, Vitex diversifolia, Vitex djumaensis, Vitex doniana, Vitex duckei,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References