Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sonkeanus
ID:
1412814

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Droissart, Stévart & P.J.Cribb) Szlach., Olędrz. & Mytnik

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425279

Common Names

  • Sonkeanus Aroid
  • Sonkeanus Arum
  • Triceratorhynchus Sonkeanus

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Description

Triceratorhynchus sonkeanus (also called Sonkean'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 sonkeanus 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 sonkeanus 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 sonkeanus 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 sonkeanus

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

Triceratorhynchus sonkeanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triceratorhynchus sonkeanus?

Triceratorhynchus sonkeanus

What is the family of Triceratorhynchus sonkeanus?

Iridaceae

Where is Triceratorhynchus sonkeanus 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

Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' 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.
Vincent Droissart: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Droissart' in the authors string.