Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
calzadae
ID:
1260268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 53(1): 63 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259606





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Description

Triumfetta calzadae (also called Calzada's Triumfetta, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, typically reaching heights of 1-3 m. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical moist forests and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Triumfetta calzadae is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Triumfetta calzadae is a white, tubular flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is an oval-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triumfetta calzadae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Triumfetta calzadae

Triumfetta calzadae can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Triumfetta calzadae FAQ

What are the common names of Triumfetta calzadae?

Common names of Triumfetta calzadae include Calzada's Bur-Cucumber and Calzada's Bur-Cucumber Tree.

What is the native range of Triumfetta calzadae?

Triumfetta calzadae is native to Central America.

What is the habitat of Triumfetta calzadae?

Triumfetta calzadae typically grows in wet, tropical forests.

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,

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