Triplaris caracasana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caracasana
ID:
454982
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cham.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 8: 137. 1833
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454314
Common Names
- Triplaris Caracasana
- Caracas Tripalris
- Caracas Three-Winged Wood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triplaris caracasana (also called Caracas Triplaris, among many other common names) is a small perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has a dense, upright growth habit with small, white flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Triplaris caracasana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Triplaris caracasana is small and white. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are delicate and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triplaris caracasana is a perennial that can be propagated from seeds or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. Deadheading is recommended to promote reblooming.
Where to Find Triplaris caracasana
Triplaris caracasana is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Triplaris caracasana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triplaris caracasana?
Triplaris caracasana
What is the common name of Triplaris caracasana?
Caracas Triplaris
What type of plant is Triplaris caracasana?
Tree
Species in the Triplaris genus
Triplaris purdiei, Triplaris weigeltiana, Triplaris cumingiana, Triplaris caracasana, Triplaris melaenodendron, Triplaris americana, Triplaris fulva, Triplaris gardneriana, Triplaris longifolia, Triplaris peruviana, Triplaris poeppigiana, Triplaris punctata, Triplaris purdiae, Triplaris moyobambensis, Triplaris dugandii, Triplaris setosa, Triplaris vestita, Triplaris efistulifera, Triplaris physocalyx,
Species in the Polygonaceae family
Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2513067: Based on the initial data import
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.