Poranthera triandra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triandra
ID:
281674
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.Black
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Australia 40: 66 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281006
Common Names
- Poranthera triandra
- Triandra Poranthera
- Poranthera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Poranthera triandra (also called Three-stamened Poranthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is native to the Alps and the Carpathians. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Poranthera triandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Poranthera triandra has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a bell-shaped calyx. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Poranthera triandra is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be taken from the tips of the stems. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Poranthera triandra
Poranthera triandra is native to the alpine regions of the western United States and Canada.
Poranthera triandra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Poranthera triandra?
Poranthera triandra
What is the common name of Poranthera triandra?
Three-stamened Poranthera
What is the natural habitat of Poranthera triandra?
Alpine meadows
Species in the Poranthera genus
Poranthera alpina, Poranthera coerulea, Poranthera corymbosa, Poranthera drummondii, Poranthera ericifolia, Poranthera ericoides, Poranthera huegelii, Poranthera microphylla, Poranthera triandra, Poranthera dissecta, Poranthera florosa, Poranthera leiosperma, Poranthera obovata, Poranthera oreophila, Poranthera petalifera, Poranthera moorokatta, Poranthera asybosca,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-163405: Based on the initial data import
John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.