Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Wen & P.K.Lôc
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1264 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837001
Common Names
- Trevesia vietnamensis
- Vietnamensis Trevesia
- Vietnamese Trevesia
Description
Trevesia vietnamensis (also called Vietnamese Trevesia, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has thin, upright stems with small, green-brown leaves and tiny white flowers. It grows in humid, shady forests, often on the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Trevesia vietnamensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trevesia vietnamensis is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trevesia vietnamensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry spells. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Trevesia vietnamensis
Trevesia vietnamensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Vietnam.
Trevesia vietnamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trevesia vietnamensis?
Trevesia vietnamensis
What is the common name of Trevesia vietnamensis?
No common name
Where is Trevesia vietnamensis found?
Trevesia vietnamensis is found in Vietnam
Species in the Trevesia genus
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,
References
Jun Wen (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Wen' in the authors string.