Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
comptus
ID:
1412813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh.) Szlach., Olędrz. & Mytnik

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Richardiana, N.S. 0.149305556. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425278

Common Names

  • Comptus Aroid
  • Comptus Arum
  • Triceratorhynchus Comptus

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Description

Triceratorhynchus comptus (also called Compte's Triceratorhynchus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in habitats such as montane forests. It is a perennial herb with a thick, fleshy stem and ovate leaves. The flowers are white, with a yellow throat.

Uses & Benefits

Triceratorhynchus comptus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triceratorhynchus comptus has small, yellow flowers with three petals, each with a darker yellow stripe in the center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triceratorhynchus comptus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It is best grown in partial shade, in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer, and divisions can be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Triceratorhynchus comptus

Triceratorhynchus comptus is native to South America and is found in the tropical rainforests of the region.

Triceratorhynchus comptus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triceratorhynchus comptus?

Triceratorhynchus comptus

What is the family of Triceratorhynchus comptus?

Iridaceae

Where is Triceratorhynchus comptus native to?

Mexico

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

Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Natalia Olędrzyńska: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olędrz.' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.