Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
triuncinella
ID:
631905

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 21: 189 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631237

Common Names

  • Cyathula Triuncinella
  • Triuncinella Cyathula
  • Triuncinella Burrweed

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Description

Cyathula triuncinella (also called Cyathula prostrata var. triuncinella, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a taproot and is covered with short hairs. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in open grasslands, wastelands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathula triuncinella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and its leaves are used as a vegetable in some parts of Vietnam.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyathula triuncinella is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathula triuncinella is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Cyathula triuncinella

Cyathula triuncinella can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Cyathula triuncinella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathula triuncinella?

Cyathula triuncinella

What is the common name of Cyathula triuncinella?

Small Three-pointed Cyathula

What type of plant is Cyathula triuncinella?

Perennial herb

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2749251: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.