Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
456109

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 19: 236, 277. 1831

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455441



Common Names

  • Trichilia Discolor
  • Red Mahogany
  • Red Cedar


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Description

Trichilia discolor (also called Two-colored Trichilia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has compound leaves and small, yellow flowers. Trichilia discolor is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trichilia discolor is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichilia discolor has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a short, rounded cotyledon and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichilia discolor can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Trichilia discolor

Trichilia discolor is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Trichilia discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichilia discolor?

Trichilia discolor

What is the common name of Trichilia discolor?

Discolored Trichilia

What is the natural habitat of Trichilia discolor?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Trichilia genus

Trichilia gamopetala, Trichilia glabra, Trichilia gilletii, Trichilia gilgiana, Trichilia heudelotii, Trichilia elegans, Trichilia dregeana, Trichilia elsae, Trichilia discolor, Trichilia florbranca, Trichilia fasciculata, Trichilia humblotii, Trichilia euneura, Trichilia emetica, Trichilia hirta, Trichilia megalantha, Trichilia mazanensis, Trichilia maynasiana, Trichilia micrantha, Trichilia martiana, Trichilia martineaui, Trichilia monadelpha, Trichilia inaequilatera, Trichilia lepidota, Trichilia lecointei, Trichilia catigua, Trichilia capitata, Trichilia breviflora, Trichilia cipo, Trichilia americana, Trichilia acuminata, Trichilia trifolia, Trichilia retusa, Trichilia pleeana, Trichilia pittieri, Trichilia prieureana, Trichilia tomentosa, Trichilia quadrivalvis, Trichilia quadrijuga, Trichilia oligantha, Trichilia pallida, Trichilia pallens, Trichilia singularis, Trichilia surinamensis, Trichilia tessmannii, Trichilia taubertiana, Trichilia septentrionalis, Trichilia rubra, Trichilia zewaldae, Trichilia welwitschii,

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

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