Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Austrobaileyales
Genus:
Species:
nukuhivensis
ID:
458987

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.L.Wagner & Lorence

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 227 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458319



Common Names

  • Trimenia nukuhivensis
  • Nukuhiva Trimenia
  • Nukuhiva Yellow Alder


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Description

Trimenia nukuhivensis (also called Nuku Hiva 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 nukuhivensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties that can help in treating various skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trimenia nukuhivensis is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower with a long corolla tube. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trimenia nukuhivensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Trimenia nukuhivensis

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

Trimenia nukuhivensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trimenia nukuhivensis?

Trimenia nukuhivensis

What is the common name of Trimenia nukuhivensis?

Nuku Hiva Trimenia

What is the natural range of Trimenia nukuhivensis?

Eastern North America

References

Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1011988-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.