Triolena vasquezii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vasquezii
ID:
1521334
Status:
valid
Authors:
Michelang. & R.Goldenb.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 374(3): 203. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000007993
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Triolena vasquezii (also called Vasquez's triolena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Peru and Ecuador, and is found in montane and cloud forests. It is a small shrub, growing to about 1 m tall, with opposite leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Triolena vasquezii is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triolena vasquezii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
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Triolena vasquezii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For best results, sow the seeds in a warm, moist, and well-draining soil. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a potting mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Triolena vasquezii
Triolena vasquezii can be found in Peru.
Triolena vasquezii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triolena vasquezii?
Triolena vasquezii
What is the common name of Triolena vasquezii?
Vasquez's Triolena
Where is Triolena vasquezii native to?
Peru
Species in the Triolena genus
Triolena pustulata, Triolena barbeyana, Triolena dressleri, Triolena obliqua, Triolena pileoides, Triolena spicata, Triolena calciphila, Triolena izabalensis, Triolena paleolata, Triolena stenophylla, Triolena scorpioides, Triolena amazonica, Triolena pluvialis, Triolena allardii, Triolena pedemontana, Triolena campii, Triolena asplundii, Triolena hygrophylla, Triolena pumila, Triolena hirsuta, Triolena agrimonioides, Triolena auriculata, Triolena lanceolata, Triolena paleacea, Triolena purpurea, Triolena rojasiae, Triolena vasquezii,
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,