Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Austrobaileyales
Genus:
Species:
macrura
ID:
458990

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilg & Schltr.) Philipson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Fl. Males. 10: 332 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458322



Common Names

  • Trimenia macrura
  • Long-tailed Trimenia
  • Long-tailed Yellow Alder


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Description

Trimenia macrura (also called Long-tailed Trimenia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Marquesas Islands, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trimenia macrura has been used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trimenia macrura is white, with five petals, and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trimenia macrura is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Trimenia macrura

Trimenia macrura is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Trimenia macrura FAQ

What is the common name of Trimenia macrura?

Common name of Trimenia macrura is Long-tailed trimenia

What is the growth habit of Trimenia macrura?

Trimenia macrura is an evergreen shrub

What is the distribution of Trimenia macrura?

Trimenia macrura is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia

References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
William Philipson (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Philipson' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:942782-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.