Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
tro
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 165: 1122 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135128
Common Names
- Tina conjugata
- Tina Conjugata
- Tina conjugata
Description
Tina conjugata (also called Tina conjugata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub or small tree up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 20 cm in diameter. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, where it is found in lowland and montane forests, often in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tina conjugata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Tina conjugata are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tina conjugata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, tropical areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they are established.
Where to Find Tina conjugata
Tina conjugata is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Species in the Tina genus
Tina antongiliensis,
Tina coursii,
Tina chrysophylla,
Tina dissitiflora,
Tina suarezensis,
Tina macrocarpa,
Tina phellocarpa,
Tina tamatavensis,
Tina urschii,
Tina vadonii,
Tina isaloensis,
Tina apiculata,
Tina dasycarpa,
Tina fulvinervis,
Tina isoneura,
Tina striata,
Tina thouarsiana,
Tina conjugata,
Tina chapelieriana,
Species in the Sapindaceae family