Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
vestitum
ID:
163258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.-Fél.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 8(2): 191 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162587



Common Names

  • Tristemma vestitum
  • Velvet Tristemma
  • Velvet-leaf Tristemma


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Description

Tristemma vestitum (also called Vestite Tristemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub that is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It grows in tropical rainforest and montane forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tristemma vestitum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tristemma vestitum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristemma vestitum is a herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Tristemma vestitum

Tristemma vestitum is found in the tropical forests of India, from the Western Ghats to Assam.

Tristemma vestitum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tristemma vestitum?

Tristemma vestitum

What are the common names of Tristemma vestitum?

Vestite tristemma

What is the natural habitat of Tristemma vestitum?

It is found in moist, shady places, such as woodlands and rocky slopes

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