Triplophyllum boliviense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boliviense
ID:
1033627
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Prado & R.C.Moran
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60(2): 106 (-107, 109, f.5, map). 2008 [15 Jul 2008]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001032965
Common Names
- Triplophyllum boliviense
- Bolivian Triplophyllum
- Bolivian Three-leaved
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triplophyllum boliviense (also called 'Bolivian Triplophyllum', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Triplophyllum boliviense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, digestive problems, and skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triplophyllum boliviense has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triplophyllum boliviense is a small, perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to start seeds indoors and then transplant them outdoors. Division is also an option for propagating this plant. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant them in a new location.
Where to Find Triplophyllum boliviense
Triplophyllum boliviense is native to Bolivia and can be found in moist forests and along streams.
Species in the Triplophyllum genus
Triplophyllum attenuatum, Triplophyllum boliviense, Triplophyllum perpilosum, Triplophyllum glabrum, Triplophyllum funestum, Triplophyllum dicksonioides, Triplophyllum securidiforme, Triplophyllum pilosissimum, Triplophyllum protensum, Triplophyllum dimidiatum, Triplophyllum vogelii, Triplophyllum lanigerum, Triplophyllum buchholzii, Triplophyllum gabonense, Triplophyllum jenseniae, Triplophyllum pentagonum, Triplophyllum troupinii, Triplophyllum batesii, Triplophyllum principis, Triplophyllum speciosum, Triplophyllum varians, Triplophyllum fraternum, Triplophyllum angustifolium, Triplophyllum heudelotii, Triplophyllum hirsutum, Triplophyllum chocoense,
Species in the Tectariaceae family
Arthropteris articulata, Arthropteris charletiana, Arthropteris neocaledonica, Arthropteris boutoniana, Arthropteris palisotii, Arthropteris parallela, Arthropteris monocarpa, Arthropteris orientalis, Arthropteris altescandens, Arthropteris anniana, Arthropteris antun-gupffertiae, Arthropteris cameroonensis, Arthropteris tenella, Arthropteris paucivenia, Hypoderris brownii, Hypoderris brauniana, Pteridrys australis, Pteridrys cnemidaria, Pteridrys lofouensis, Pteridrys syrmatica, Pteridrys acutissima, Pteridrys microthecia, Pteridrys olivacea, Pteridrys confertiloba, Tectaria amblyotis, Tectaria balansae, Tectaria calcarea, Tectaria chattagrammica, Tectaria degeneri, Tectaria estremerana, Tectaria godeffroyi, Tectaria guachana, Tectaria heterocarpa, Tectaria hookeri, Tectaria hymenodes, Tectaria ingens, Tectaria jardini, Tectaria johannis, Tectaria kouniensis, Tectaria lacei, Tectaria lifuensis, Tectaria lobulata, Tectaria macrosora, Tectaria marchionica, Tectaria melanocaulis, Tectaria melanocauloides, Tectaria moorei, Tectaria nausoriensis, Tectaria novoguineensis, Tectaria organensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100000198: Based on the initial data import
Robbin C. Moran (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Moran' in the authors string.
Jefferson Prado (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Prado' in the authors string.