Aetanthus trifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifolius
ID:
746805
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuijt
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 61: 144 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746138
Common Names
- Aetanthus trifolius
- Three-leaved Aetanthus
- Three-leaved Aetanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aetanthus trifolius (also called Three-leaved Aetanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.
Uses & Benefits
Aetanthus trifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aetanthus trifolius is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aetanthus trifolius is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Aetanthus trifolius
Aetanthus trifolius is found in the tropical dry forests of Mexico.
Aetanthus trifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aetanthus trifolius?
Aetanthus trifolius
Where does Aetanthus trifolius grow?
Aetanthus trifolius is native to India.
What type of soil does Aetanthus trifolius prefer?
Aetanthus trifolius prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Aetanthus genus
Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus,
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2899362: Based on the initial data import
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.