Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Arn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc. 3: 174 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259107
Common Names
- Trinervia Retanilla
- Retanilla of Trinervia
- Trinervia's Retanilla
Description
Retanilla trinervia (also called Three-veined Retanilla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Brazil, where it is found in the Atlantic Forest. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Retanilla trinervia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Retanilla trinervia are yellow and tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Retanilla trinervia is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It can be grown in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
Where to Find Retanilla trinervia
Retanilla trinervia can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Retanilla trinervia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Retanilla trinervia?
Retanilla trinervia
What is the common name of Retanilla trinervia?
Trinervia Retanilla
What is the natural habitat of Retanilla trinervia?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,