Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
triloba
ID:
288950

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45: 389 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288282



Common Names

  • Triloba Pterichis
  • Pterichis Triloba
  • Pterichis triloba


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Synonyms

  • Pterichis seleniglossa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Acraea triloba Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Pterichis triloba (also called 'Three-lobed Pterichis', among many other common names) is an evergreen herb native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterichis triloba is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterichis triloba is a small white flower with three petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterichis triloba is a small herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from the parent plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Pterichis triloba

Pterichis triloba can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Pterichis triloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterichis triloba?

Pterichis triloba

What is the family of Pterichis triloba?

Orchidaceae

Where is Pterichis triloba native to?

Colombia

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-170361: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.