Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
trifoliolatus
ID:
472387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Skorupa & Pirani

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 56: 147 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471719



Common Names

  • Pilocarpus trifoliolatus
  • Trifoliolate Pilocarpus
  • Trifoliolate's Pilocarpus


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Description

Pilocarpus trifoliolatus (also called 'Trifoliolate Pilocarpus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has alternate, oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pilocarpus trifoliolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties, and is used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilocarpus trifoliolatus has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilocarpus trifoliolatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require a warm, humid environment and plenty of light.

Where to Find Pilocarpus trifoliolatus

Pilocarpus trifoliolatus can be found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Brazil.

Pilocarpus trifoliolatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Pilocarpus trifoliolatus

What type of plant is this?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is this plant native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

José Rubens Pirani (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pirani' in the authors string.
Ladislau Araújo Skorupa (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skorupa' in the authors string.