Status:
valid
Authors:
(Teijsm. & Binn.) Scheff.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Flora 52: 301 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409777
Common Names
- Carnose Trivalvaria
- Trivalvaria Carnosa
- Carnose Three-Stem
Description
Trivalvaria carnosa (also called Carnose Trivalvaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It grows in wet, grassy areas and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its fleshy, oval leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Trivalvaria carnosa is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used in the production of cosmetics and perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trivalvaria carnosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single, thin, green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trivalvaria carnosa is a perennial plant that is easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.
Where to Find Trivalvaria carnosa
Trivalvaria carnosa is native to India and can be found in wetland areas.
Trivalvaria carnosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trivalvaria carnosa?
Trivalvaria carnosa
What is the natural habitat of Trivalvaria carnosa?
Tropical rainforest
What is the flowering season of Trivalvaria carnosa?
Spring to summer
Species in the Trivalvaria genus
Trivalvaria macrophylla,
Trivalvaria carnosa,
Trivalvaria kanjilalii,
Trivalvaria costata,
Trivalvaria nervosa,
Trivalvaria argentea,
Trivalvaria casseabriae,
Trivalvaria recurva,
Trivalvaria stenopetala,
Trivalvaria ochroleuca,
Trivalvaria rubra,
Trivalvaria dubia,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,