Trisetella vittata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vittata
ID:
329176
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Luer) Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 58 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328508
Common Names
- Trisetella vittata
- Vittata Trisetella
- Trisetella Vittata
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- Masdevallia vittata Luer [unknown]
- Triaristella vittata (Luer) Luer [unknown]
- Triaristellina vittata (Luer) Rauschert [unknown]
Description
Trisetella vittata (also called Vittata Trisetella, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and heathlands, and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.
Uses & Benefits
Trisetella vittata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trisetella vittata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals and six stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, slender stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trisetella vittata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers and should be fertilized regularly. Prune back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Trisetella vittata
Trisetella vittata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Trisetella vittata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trisetella vittata?
Trisetella vittata
What is the common name of Trisetella vittata?
Trisetella
What is the family of Trisetella vittata?
Asteraceae
Species in the Trisetella genus
Trisetella abbreviata, Trisetella andreettae, Trisetella cordeliae, Trisetella dalstroemii, Trisetella didyma, Trisetella dressleri, Trisetella escobarii, Trisetella fissidens, Trisetella gemmata, Trisetella hirtzii, Trisetella hoeijeri, Trisetella lasiochila, Trisetella nodulifera, Trisetella pantex, Trisetella regia, Trisetella scobina, Trisetella sororia, Trisetella strumosa, Trisetella tenuissima, Trisetella triaristella, Trisetella triglochin, Trisetella vittata, Trisetella klingeri, Trisetella portillae,
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-209058: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.