Trema domingense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
domingense
ID:
458446
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 191 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457778
Common Names
- Trema domingense
- Domingense Trema
- Domingense Trema
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trema domingense (also called Domingo Trema, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in wet, marshy soils. It is found in wetlands, swamps, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Trema domingense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and is often used as a hedge or border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trema domingense is a small, yellow flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
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Trema domingense is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-drained medium such as perlite or sand. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.
Where to Find Trema domingense
Trema domingense is native to the Caribbean.
Trema domingense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trema domingense?
Trema domingense
What is the natural habitat of Trema domingense?
Trema domingense is native to the Caribbean.
What are the growth requirements of Trema domingense?
Trema domingense requires moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Species in the Trema genus
Trema orientalis, Trema domingense, Trema discolor, Trema cubensis, Trema cannabina, Trema micranthum, Trema humbertii, Trema lamarckiana, Trema politoria, Trema angustifolium, Trema levigatum, Trema tomentosum, Trema amboinensis, Trema nitidum, Trema aspera, Trema eurhynchum, Trema melastomatifolium, Trema andersonii, Trema parviflorum, Trema simulans,
Species in the Cannabaceae family
Aphananthe aspera, Aphananthe cuspidata, Aphananthe monoica, Aphananthe philippinensis, Aphananthe sakalava, Cannabis sativa, Celtis adolfi-friderici, Celtis africana, Celtis australis, Celtis balansae, Celtis berteroana, Celtis bifida, Celtis biondii, Celtis boninensis, Celtis brasiliensis, Celtis bungeana, Celtis caucasica, Celtis caudata, Celtis cerasifera, Celtis chekiangensis, Celtis chichape, Celtis conferta, Celtis glabrata, Celtis gomphophylla, Celtis harperi, Celtis hildebrandii, Celtis hypoleuca, Celtis iguanaea, Celtis jamaicensis, Celtis jessoensis, Celtis julianae, Celtis koraiensis, Celtis laevigata, Celtis latifolia, Celtis lindheimeri, Celtis loxensis, Celtis luzonica, Celtis madagascariensis, Celtis mauritiana, Celtis mildbraedii, Celtis occidentalis, Celtis orthacanthos, Celtis pacifica, Celtis pallida, Celtis paniculata, Celtis petenensis, Celtis philippensis, Celtis punctata, Celtis reticulata, Celtis rigescens,
References
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:256535-2: Based on the initial data import