Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.T.White) Swingle
Source:
ksu
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 28: 532 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455312
Common Names
- Triphasia brassii
- Triphasia
- Brassii
Synonyms
- Echinocitrus brassii Tanaka [unknown]
- Paramignya brassii C.T.White [unknown]
Description
Triphasia brassii (also called Three-leaf Limeberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers. Triphasia brassii is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Triphasia brassii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin conditions, fever, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Triphasia brassii is small and white, with four petals and four sepals. The seed is a small, dark-brown nut. The seedlings are small and dark green, with a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Triphasia brassii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Triphasia brassii
Triphasia brassii is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.
Triphasia brassii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triphasia brassii?
Triphasia brassii
What is the common name of Triphasia brassii?
Brassii
What is the natural habitat of Triphasia brassii?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Triphasia genus
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,