Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trombetensis
ID:
1323609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dorr

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 64: 375 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336063



Common Names

  • Trombetensis Apeiba
  • Trombetensis Spiderwood
  • Spiderwood Trombetensis


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Description

Apeiba trombetensis (also called Trombetas Apeiba, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to South America. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Apeiba trombetensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Apeiba trombetensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apeiba trombetensis can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For stem cuttings, take a cutting from a mature stem and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant will root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Apeiba trombetensis

Apeiba trombetensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Apeiba trombetensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apeiba trombetensis?

Apeiba trombetensis

What is the common name of Apeiba trombetensis?

Trombeteira

Where is Apeiba trombetensis native to?

Brazil

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Laurence J. Dorr (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorr' in the authors string.