Trigonia littoralis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
littoralis
ID:
1282807
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miguel & E.F.Guim.
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Bradea 8: 198 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282145
Common Names
- Trigonia
- Littoralis
- Littoral Trigonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trigonia littoralis (also called Coastal Trigonia, among many other common names) is a small herb native to Australia. It has small yellow flowers and small, oval leaves. It is found in coastal areas, and is tolerant of salt spray.
Uses & Benefits
Trigonia littoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trigonia littoralis is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trigonia littoralis is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Trigonia littoralis
Trigonia littoralis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, from Mexico to Argentina.
Trigonia littoralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trigonia littoralis?
Trigonia littoralis
What is the common name of Trigonia littoralis?
Littoral Trigonia
What is the natural habitat of Trigonia littoralis?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia
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 tro-50316406: Based on the initial data import
Elsie Franklin Guimarães (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.F.Guim.' in the authors string.
J.R. Miguel (d.1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miguel' in the authors string.