Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
trifoliata
ID:
274600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 6: 236 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273932



Common Names

  • Piranhea trifoliata
  • Trifoliate Piranhea
  • Trifoliate Waterweed


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Synonyms

  • Piranhea trifoliata trifoliata [unknown]

Description

Piranhea trifoliata (also called Piranhea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Piranhea trifoliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Piranhea trifoliata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Piranhea trifoliata is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach heights of up to 8 m (26 ft). It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Piranhea trifoliata

Piranhea trifoliata can be found in the Amazon basin of South America.

Piranhea trifoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Piranhea trifoliata?

Piranhea trifoliata

What is the natural habitat of Piranhea trifoliata?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the average height of Piranhea trifoliata?

1-2 meters

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