Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
benguetensis
ID:
459929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sprague

Source:
ksu

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1915: 345 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459261



Common Names

  • Triumfetta Benguetensis
  • Benguetensis Triumfetta
  • Triumfetta Benguetensis


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Description

Triumfetta benguetensis (also called Benguet Triumfetta, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of 12-18 inches. Its leaves are ovate and toothed with serrated edges. Its flowers are white and borne in clusters. It is found in moist woods and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Triumfetta benguetensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Triumfetta benguetensis is yellowish-green with a white lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triumfetta benguetensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Triumfetta benguetensis

Triumfetta benguetensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in wet mountain forests.

Triumfetta benguetensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triumfetta benguetensis?

Triumfetta benguetensis

What type of plant is Triumfetta benguetensis?

Triumfetta benguetensis is a shrub

Where is Triumfetta benguetensis native to?

Triumfetta benguetensis is native to the Philippines

Species in the Triumfetta genus

Triumfetta johnstonii, Triumfetta keniensis, Triumfetta litticola, Triumfetta leptacantha, Triumfetta lepidota, Triumfetta longipedunculata, Triumfetta lappula, Triumfetta kundelungensis, Triumfetta mearnsii, Triumfetta marsupiata, Triumfetta macrocoma, Triumfetta maconochieana, Triumfetta malebarica, Triumfetta kenneallyi, Triumfetta heterocarpa, Triumfetta hapala, Triumfetta heptaphylla, Triumfetta inermis, Triumfetta japonica, Triumfetta jaegeri, Triumfetta incana, Triumfetta hundtii, Triumfetta propinqua, Triumfetta persimilis, Triumfetta pentandra, Triumfetta parviflora, Triumfetta paradoxa, Triumfetta rhodoneura, Triumfetta reflexa, Triumfetta pustulata, Triumfetta prostrata, Triumfetta ramosa, Triumfetta mitchellii, Triumfetta monstrosa, Triumfetta pannosa, Triumfetta micracantha, Triumfetta mellina, Triumfetta orthacantha, Triumfetta oenpelliensis, Triumfetta nigricans, Triumfetta obliqua, Triumfetta nutans, Triumfetta aspera, Triumfetta angolensis, Triumfetta graveolens, Triumfetta arnhemica, Triumfetta aquila, Triumfetta appendiculata, Triumfetta antunesii, Triumfetta antrorsa,

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,