Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
trifoliolata
ID:
472249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Obando, R.Bernal & Acev.-Rodr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 26: 61 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471581



Common Names

  • Paullinia trifoliolata
  • Trifoliolate Paullinia
  • Three-foliolate Paullinia


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Description

Paullinia trifoliolata (also called 'Trifoliolate Paullinia', among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Sapindaceae. It is native to tropical regions of South America and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Paullinia trifoliolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches, and as a source of food for humans and livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paullinia trifoliolata is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paullinia trifoliolata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Paullinia trifoliolata

Paullinia trifoliolata is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Paullinia trifoliolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paullinia trifoliolata?

Paullinia trifoliolata

What is the common name of Paullinia trifoliolata?

Three-foliolate paullinia

What is the natural habitat of Paullinia trifoliolata?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Paullinia genus

Paullinia carrenoi, Paullinia capreolata, Paullinia cauliflora, Paullinia chocoensis, Paullinia cirrhipes, Paullinia bracteosa, Paullinia brenesii, Paullinia caloptera, Paullinia capitata, Paullinia clavigera, Paullinia cururu, Paullinia connaracea, Paullinia coriacea, Paullinia cupana, Paullinia costaricensis, Paullinia costata, Paullinia bipinnata, Paullinia barbadensis, Paullinia bicorniculata, Paullinia alata, Paullinia alsmithii, Paullinia anisoptera, Paullinia apoda, Paullinia leiocarpa, Paullinia macrophylla, Paullinia livescens, Paullinia ingifolia, Paullinia densiflora, Paullinia integra, Paullinia jamaicensis, Paullinia manarae, Paullinia micrantha, Paullinia medullosa, Paullinia meliifolia, Paullinia imberbis, Paullinia filicifolia, Paullinia fimbriata, Paullinia echinata, Paullinia elliptica, Paullinia emetica, Paullinia granatensis, Paullinia grandifolia, Paullinia hispida, Paullinia guaviarensis, Paullinia fuscescens, Paullinia fraxinifolia, Paullinia glomerulosa, Paullinia fusiformis, Paullinia serjaniifolia, Paullinia spicata,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Sandra Obando (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Obando' in the authors string.
Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Bernal (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Bernal' in the authors string.