Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
malayana
ID:
1040936

Status:
valid

Authors:
H. Akiyama

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Humans & Nature 21: 28 2010

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001040274



Common Names

  • Trismegistia malayana
  • Malayana Trismegistia
  • Malayan Trismegistia


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Description

Trismegistia malayana (also called Malaysian trismegistia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Malaysia. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, often in areas with high humidity and temperatures of 10–30 °C (50–86 °F).

Uses & Benefits

Trismegistia malayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments, as an antiseptic, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trismegistia malayana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trismegistia malayana is a small, evergreen shrub native to Malaysia. It is best propagated from cuttings, which should be taken from the tips of stems in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers or planted in the garden.

Where to Find Trismegistia malayana

Trismegistia malayana can be found in tropical regions of Malaysia.

Species in the Pylaisiadelphaceae family

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