Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vell.) R.C.Laroche
Source:
iplants
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 56: 5 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780896
Common Names
- Trifoliatum Adenocalymma
- Three-leaved Adenocalymma
- Three-leaved Bottlebrush
Description
Adenocalymma trifoliatum (also called 'Brazilian Grape Ivy', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is a woody climber with trifoliate leaves and yellow-orange flowers. It is native to Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocalymma trifoliatum is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds to gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adenocalymma trifoliatum is a white or yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Adenocalymma trifoliatum is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Adenocalymma trifoliatum are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenocalymma trifoliatum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Adenocalymma trifoliatum
Adenocalymma trifoliatum can be found in Brazil.
Adenocalymma trifoliatum FAQ
What is the common name of Adenocalymma trifoliatum?
Trifoliate Adenocalymma
What is the scientific name of Adenocalymma trifoliatum?
Adenocalymma trifoliatum
What is the natural habitat of Adenocalymma trifoliatum?
It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
Rose Claire Laroche: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Laroche' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:4347-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].