Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.de Wilde
Source:
tro
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Meded. Landbouwhoogeschool 68(2): 122 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239579
Common Names
- Trichilia Ornithothera
- Bird's-Foot Trichilia
- Bird's Foot Trichilia
Description
Trichilia ornithothera (also called Bird-Like Trichilia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has a rounded crown. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate. It is found in moist woods and along streams in its native region.
Uses & Benefits
Trichilia ornithothera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichilia ornithothera has small, white flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings have thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichilia ornithothera is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Trichilia ornithothera
Trichilia ornithothera is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Trichilia ornithothera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichilia ornithothera?
Trichilia ornithothera
What is the common name of Trichilia ornithothera?
Ornithothera Trichilia
What is the native range of Trichilia ornithothera?
South America
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,