Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 12: 358 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733195
Common Names
- Quamoclidion triflorum
- Three-flowered Quamoclidion
- Triflorum Quamoclidion
Synonyms
- Quamoclidion nyctagineum Choisy [unknown]
Description
Quamoclidion triflorum (also called Three-flowered Quamoclidion, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in wet forests and along riverbanks. It has a smooth, gray bark and its leaves are oval and pointed at the tip.
Uses & Benefits
Quamoclidion triflorum is used as an ornamental plant for its beautiful flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Quamoclidion triflorum has white, tubular flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and slender with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quamoclidion triflorum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Quamoclidion triflorum
Quamoclidion triflorum is native to the tropical forests of South America, including Brazil and Peru.
Quamoclidion triflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quamoclidion triflorum?
Quamoclidion triflorum
What is the common name of Quamoclidion triflorum?
Three-flowered Quamoclidion
Where is Quamoclidion triflorum found?
Brazil
Species in the Quamoclidion genus
Species in the Nyctaginaceae family
Abronia alba,
Abronia alpina,
Abronia ameliae,
Abronia ammophila,
Abronia angustifolia,
Abronia argillosa,
Abronia bigelovii,
Abronia bolackii,
Abronia carnea,
Abronia crux-maltae,
Abronia elliptica,
Abronia fragrans,
Abronia gracilis,
Abronia latifolia,
Abronia macrocarpa,
Abronia maritima,
Abronia mellifera,
Abronia micrantha,
Abronia minor,
Abronia nana,
Abronia nealleyi,
Abronia parviflora,
Abronia pogonantha,
Abronia turbinata,
Abronia umbellata,
Abronia villosa,
Abronia insularis,
Abronia neurophylla,
Abronia platyphylla,
Abronia variabilis,
Acleisanthes acutifolia,
Acleisanthes angustifolia,
Acleisanthes anisophylla,
Acleisanthes chenopodioides,
Acleisanthes crassifolia,
Acleisanthes diffusa,
Acleisanthes lanceolata,
Acleisanthes longiflora,
Acleisanthes nana,
Acleisanthes nevadensis,
Acleisanthes obtusa,
Acleisanthes palmeri,
Acleisanthes parvifolia,
Acleisanthes purpusiana,
Acleisanthes somalensis,
Acleisanthes undulata,
Acleisanthes wrightii,
Allionia choisyi,
Allionia incarnata,
Allionia viscida,