Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
1329755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gleason) Almeda & Alvear

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2015-22: 4 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342209



Common Names

  • Triolena lanceolata
  • Lance-leaved Triolena
  • Lanceleaf Triolena


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Description

Triolena lanceolata (also called Lance-leaved Triolena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with erect stems and lanceolate leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Triolena lanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to control soil erosion and to provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Triolena lanceolata has yellow flowers with a white center. The flowers have five petals and can reach up to 2 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triolena lanceolata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted.

Where to Find Triolena lanceolata

Triolena lanceolata can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Triolena lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triolena lanceolata?

Triolena lanceolata

What type of plant is Triolena lanceolata?

Herb

Where does Triolena lanceolata grow?

South America

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

Frank Almeda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Almeda' in the authors string.
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
Marcela Alvear: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alvear' in the authors string.