Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trispatha
ID:
259339

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Dransf. & N.W.Uhl) Beentje & J.Dransf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Palms Madagascar : 118 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258671

Common Names

  • Orania trispatha
  • Trispatha Orania
  • Orania Trispatha

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Description

Orania trispatha (also called Three-veined Orania, among many other common names) is a species of Orania native to South Africa. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and prefers moist and shady locations.

Uses & Benefits

Orania trispatha is used in landscaping, as an ornamental plant, and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orania trispatha is yellow with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orania trispatha is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Orania trispatha

Orania trispatha can be found in the mountains of Venezuela.

Orania trispatha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orania trispatha?

Orania trispatha

What is the family of Orania trispatha?

Araliaceae

What is the common name of Orania trispatha?

Three-veined Orania

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-141975: Based on the initial data import
John Dransfield (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Dransf.' in the authors string.
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.
Natalie Whitford Uhl (1919-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.W.Uhl' in the authors string.