Trigonia costanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costanensis
ID:
458096
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm. & V.M.Badillo
Source:
cmp
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 6: 77 (1971 publ. 1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457428
Common Names
- Trigonia costanensis
- Costa Rica Trigonia
- Costa Rica-Leaved Trigonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trigonia costanensis (also called Costa Rican trigonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall and is native to Costa Rica. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Trigonia costanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trigonia costanensis is small, yellow and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trigonia costanensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Trigonia costanensis
Trigonia costanensis is native to Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.
Trigonia costanensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Trigonia costanensis?
Trigonia costanensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What is the average height of Trigonia costanensis?
Trigonia costanensis typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.
What is the average life span of Trigonia costanensis?
Trigonia costanensis typically lives for up to 10 years.
Species in the Trigonia genus
Trigonia costanensis, Trigonia candelabra, Trigonia bracteata, Trigonia laevis, Trigonia eriosperma, Trigonia ehrendorferi, Trigonia reticulata, Trigonia nivea, Trigonia rugosa, Trigonia villosa, Trigonia spruceana, Trigonia sericea, Trigonia microcarpa, Trigonia virens, Trigonia boliviana, Trigonia hypoleuca, Trigonia macrantha, Trigonia subcymosa, Trigonia killipii, Trigonia prancei, Trigonia floccosa, Trigonia cipoensis, Trigonia coppenamensis, Trigonia rotundifolia, Trigonia paniculata, Trigonia rytidocarpa, Trigonia bahiensis, Trigonia kerrii, Trigonia littoralis,
Species in the Trigoniaceae family
Humbertiodendron saboureaui, Isidodendron tripterocarpum, Trigonia costanensis, Trigonia candelabra, Trigonia bracteata, Trigonia laevis, Trigonia eriosperma, Trigonia ehrendorferi, Trigonia reticulata, Trigonia nivea, Trigonia rugosa, Trigonia villosa, Trigonia spruceana, Trigonia sericea, Trigonia microcarpa, Trigonia virens, Trigonia boliviana, Trigonia hypoleuca, Trigonia macrantha, Trigonia subcymosa, Trigonia killipii, Trigonia prancei, Trigonia floccosa, Trigonia cipoensis, Trigonia coppenamensis, Trigonia rotundifolia, Trigonia paniculata, Trigonia rytidocarpa, Trigonia bahiensis, Trigonia kerrii, Trigonia littoralis, Trigoniastrum hypoleucum, Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2518150: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.