Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
virens
ID:
1143522

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Macbr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 68 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001142860



Common Names

  • Trigonia virens
  • Virid Trigonia
  • Trigonia Virens


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Uses & Benefits

Trigonia virens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of timber, and for its edible fruits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonia virens has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonia virens is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Trigonia virens

Trigonia virens is native to Bolivia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

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