Status:
valid
Authors:
C.DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 5: 425 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455706
Common Names
- Trichilia pittieri
- Pittier's Trichilia
- Pittier Trichilia
Description
Trichilia pittieri (also called Pittier's Trichilia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the tropical forests of Africa. It has a short trunk and a dense, rounded crown. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its flowers are small and white. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trichilia pittieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin conditions, fever, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichilia pittieri has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichilia pittieri is a tree that can reach up to 20 m in height and is native to Central America. It is best propagated from seeds, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seeds should be covered lightly and watered regularly. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. Fertilize regularly and prune to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Trichilia pittieri
Trichilia pittieri is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Trichilia pittieri FAQ
What are the common names of Trichilia pittieri?
Pittier's Trichilia, Pittier Trichilia
What is the natural habitat of Trichilia pittieri?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What is the growth rate of Trichilia pittieri?
It is a fast-growing species
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,