Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Fragm. Fl. Philipp. 1: 65 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453185
Common Names
- Mischocarpus Triqueter
- Three-angled Fruit
- Three-angled Mischocarpus
Description
Mischocarpus triqueter (also called Three-angled Mischocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and small, round fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mischocarpus triqueter is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mischocarpus triqueter has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mischocarpus triqueter is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers acidic soils. It is also tolerant of drought and cold temperatures.
Where to Find Mischocarpus triqueter
Mischocarpus triqueter is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical moist forests and mangroves.
Mischocarpus triqueter FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mischocarpus triqueter?
Mischocarpus triqueter
What is the common name of Mischocarpus triqueter?
Three-spiked Fruit
What is the natural habitat of Mischocarpus triqueter?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Mischocarpus genus
Mischocarpus triqueter,
Mischocarpus sundaicus,
Mischocarpus stipitatus,
Mischocarpus flexuosus,
Mischocarpus australis,
Mischocarpus albescens,
Mischocarpus reticulatus,
Mischocarpus paradoxus,
Mischocarpus macrocarpus,
Mischocarpus largifolius,
Mischocarpus ailae,
Mischocarpus pentapetalus,
Mischocarpus hainanensis,
Mischocarpus oppositifolius,
Species in the Sapindaceae family