Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
746941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brade

Source:
wcs

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Arquiv. Serv. Florest., Rio de Janeiro ii. No. 1, 45 (1943).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746274



Common Names

  • Three-Leafed Windflower
  • Three-Leafed Daisy
  • Three-Leafed Star of Bethlehem


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Description

Triuris alata (also called Winged Triuris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Triuris alata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triuris alata has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and long with multiple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triuris alata is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Triuris alata

Triuris alata can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America.

Triuris alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triuris alata?

Triuris alata

What is the common name of Triuris alata?

Winged Triuris

What is the natural habitat of Triuris alata?

Dry areas in Mexico and Guatemala

Species in the Triuridaceae family

Kihansia lovettii, Kihansia jengiensis, Kupea martinetugei, Kupea jonii, Lacandonia schismatica, Lacandonia brasiliana, Peltophyllum caudatum, Peltophyllum luteum, Sciaphila oligantha, Sciaphila polygyna, Sciaphila wariana, Sciaphila nana, Sciaphila densiflora, Sciaphila megastyla, Sciaphila micranthera, Sciaphila multiflora, Sciaphila papillosa, Sciaphila janthina, Sciaphila khasiana, Sciaphila ledermannii, Sciaphila winkleri, Sciaphila tosaensis, Sciaphila secundiflora, Sciaphila purpurea, Sciaphila quadribullifera, Sciaphila ramosa, Sciaphila schwackeana, Sciaphila tenella, Sciaphila thaidanica, Sciaphila picta, Sciaphila rubra, Sciaphila aneitensis, Sciaphila arfakiana, Sciaphila consimilis, Sciaphila corallophyton, Sciaphila corniculata, Sciaphila corymbosa, Sciaphila albescens, Sciaphila africana, Sciaphila arcuata, Sciaphila stellata, Sciaphila jianfenglingensis, Sciaphila betung-kerihunensis, Sciaphila brevistyla, Sciaphila inouei, Sciaphila alba, Sciaphila yakushimensis, Sciaphila perrieri, Sciaphila mwanihanensis, Sciaphila madagascariensis,

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