Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
triloculare
ID:
268450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Flora 47: 471 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267782



Common Names

  • Petalostigma Triloculare
  • Triloculare Star
  • Triloculare Sea Star


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Synonyms

  • Petalostigma australianum Baill. [illegitimate]
  • Petalostigma glabrescens (Benth.) Domin [unknown]
  • Petalostigma quadriloculare glabrescens Benth. [unknown]

Description

Petalostigma triloculare (also called Three-lobed Petalostigma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Australia. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Petalostigma triloculare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright, colourful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petalostigma triloculare has yellow flowers with white centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petalostigma triloculare is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Petalostigma triloculare

Petalostigma triloculare can be found in Mexico.

Petalostigma triloculare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petalostigma triloculare?

Petalostigma triloculare

What are the uses of Petalostigma triloculare?

Petalostigma triloculare is used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its ornamental value.

What is the growth habit of Petalostigma triloculare?

Petalostigma triloculare is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height.

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References