Malvastrum trifidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifidum
ID:
1320556
Status:
valid
Authors:
Krapov.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 20: 69 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333010
Common Names
- Malvastrum trifidum
- Three-lobed Malvastrum
- Three-parted Malvastrum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malvastrum trifidum (also called Trifid Malvastrum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a single, thin, erect leaf. It grows in moist, shady forests and on the branches of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Malvastrum trifidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Malvastrum trifidum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malvastrum trifidum is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to the Tepuis of Venezuela and Guyana. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist and the cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Malvastrum trifidum
Malvastrum trifidum can be found in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in Colombia.
Malvastrum trifidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malvastrum trifidum?
Malvastrum trifidum
What is the common name of Malvastrum trifidum?
Mistletoe
What type of plant is Malvastrum trifidum?
Parasitic plant
Species in the Malvastrum genus
Malvastrum chillagoense, Malvastrum tomentosum, Malvastrum americanum, Malvastrum hispidum, Malvastrum hillii, Malvastrum guatemalense, Malvastrum coromandelianum, Malvastrum corchorifolium, Malvastrum amblyphyllum, Malvastrum aurantiacum, Malvastrum grandiflorum, Malvastrum interruptum, Malvastrum scoparioides, Malvastrum bicuspidatum, Malvastrum clementinum, Malvastrum hornschuchianum, Malvastrum spiciflorum, Malvastrum deflexum, Malvastrum ionthocarpum, Malvastrum pucarense, Malvastrum fryxellii, Malvastrum uniapiculatum, Malvastrum boyuibeanum, Malvastrum cristobalianum, Malvastrum trifidum,
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
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119454-1: Based on the initial data import