Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
calophylla
ID:
329132

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Bean

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 357 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328464



Common Names

  • Triplarina calophylla
  • Calophylla Triplarina
  • Triplarina Calophylla


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Description

Triplarina calophylla (also called Triplarina, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a single, long, thin, green leaf and a single, thin, green stem. It is found in humid, tropical habitats, usually in the canopy of tall trees.

Uses & Benefits

Triplarina calophylla has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Triplarina calophylla is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triplarina calophylla is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Triplarina calophylla

Triplarina calophylla is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Triplarina calophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triplarina calophylla?

Triplarina calophylla

What is the common name of Triplarina calophylla?

Calophylla Triplarina

What is the family of Triplarina calophylla?

Acanthaceae

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-209011: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.