Triclisia louisii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
louisii
ID:
457169
Status:
valid
Authors:
Troupin
Source:
cmp
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 19: 415 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456501
Common Names
- Louisii Triclisia
- Triclisia Louisii
- Louisii Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triclisia louisii (also called Louis' Triclisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has an upright habit and can grow up to 5 meters tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Triclisia louisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and can be used to provide shade and shelter. It can be used as a windbreak and can be used to help reduce erosion. It is also used in timber production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triclisia louisii has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with short, dark green needles.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triclisia louisii is a tropical evergreen tree native to South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 and prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings or layering.
Where to Find Triclisia louisii
Triclisia louisii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Triclisia louisii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triclisia louisii?
Triclisia louisii
What is the common name of Triclisia louisii?
Louis's Triclisia
What is the natural range of Triclisia louisii?
West Africa
Species in the Triclisia genus
Triclisia sacleuxii, Triclisia riparia, Triclisia patens, Triclisia macrophylla, Triclisia louisii, Triclisia subcordata, Triclisia hypochrysea, Triclisia gilletii, Triclisia dictyophylla, Triclisia angustifolia, Triclisia angolensis, Triclisia saeleuxii, Triclisia calopicrosia, Triclisia capitata, Triclisia jumelliana, Triclisia loucoubensis, Triclisia macrocarpa, Triclisia lanceolata, Triclisia coriacea,
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2516830: Based on the initial data import
Georges M.D.J. Troupin (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Troupin' in the authors string.