Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
trilobata
ID:
455050

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Kato, Koi & Y.Kita

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 55: 66 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454382



Common Names

  • Thawatchaia trilobata
  • Three-lobed Thawatchaia
  • Three-lobed Sandmat


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Description

Thawatchaia trilobata (also called Three-lobed Thawatchaia, among many other common names) is a small shrub, usually growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Thawatchaia trilobata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thawatchaia trilobata has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thawatchaia trilobata is a perennial herb that grows in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Thawatchaia trilobata

Thawatchaia trilobata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It can be found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes, and floodplains.

Thawatchaia trilobata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thawatchaia trilobata?

Thawatchaia trilobata

What is the common name of Thawatchaia trilobata?

Three-lobed Thawatchaia

What is the natural habitat of Thawatchaia trilobata?

Moist meadows, marshes, and wet woodlands

Species in the Thawatchaia genus

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Satoshi Koi (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koi' in the authors string.
Yoko Kita (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Kita' in the authors string.