Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
458426

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 2: 62 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457758

Common Names

  • Trema orientalis
  • Orientalis Trema
  • Orientalis Trema

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Synonyms

  • Trema argenteum (Planch.) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema strigosum (Planch.) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema sieberi Blume [unknown]
  • Trema scaberrimum (Miq.) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema rigidum (Blume) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema glomeratum (Hochst.) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema burmanni Blume [unknown]
  • Trema bracteolatum (Hochst.) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema guineense (Schumach. & Thonn.) Ficalho [unknown]
  • Sponia bracteolata Hochst. [unknown]
  • Sponia nitens Hook.f. ex Planch. [unknown]
  • Sponia lucida Hassk. [unknown]
  • Sponia hochstetteri Planch. [unknown]
  • Sponia guineensis (Schumach. & Thonn.) Planch. [unknown]
  • Sponia africana Planch. [unknown]
  • Sponia orientalis (L.) Decne. [unknown]
  • Sponia scaberrima Miq. [unknown]
  • Sponia strigosa Planch. [unknown]
  • Celtis commersonii Brongn. [unknown]
  • Celtis glomerata Hochst. [unknown]
  • Celtis guineensis Schumach. & Thonn. [unknown]
  • Celtis laeta Salisb. [unknown]
  • Celtis madagascariensis Bojer [unknown]
  • Celtis orientalis L. [unknown]
  • Celtis rigida Blume [unknown]
  • Colubrina leschenaultii G.Don [unknown]
  • Celtis guineensis parvifolia Schumach. [unknown]
  • Trema commersonii (Decne. ex Planch.) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema affine (Planch.) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema wightii Blume [unknown]
  • Trema grevei Baill. [unknown]
  • Trema griseum Baker [unknown]
  • Trema hochstetteri (Planch.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Sponia andaresa Comm. ex Lam. [unknown]
  • Sponia commersonii Decne. ex Planch. [unknown]
  • Trema guineensis (Schum. & Thonn.) Ficalho [unknown]
  • Trema polygama Z.M.Wu & J.Y.Lin [unknown]
  • Trema africanum (Planch.) Blume [unknown]
  • Trema nitens (Hook.f. ex Planch.) Blume [unknown]
  • Sponia wightii Planch. [unknown]
  • Sponia argentea Planch. [unknown]
  • Sponia glomerata Hochst. [unknown]
  • Sponia affinis Planch. [unknown]

Description

Trema orientalis (also called Oriental 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 orientalis 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 orientalis is a small, white 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Trema orientalis 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 orientalis

Trema orientalis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Trema orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trema orientalis?

Trema orientalis

What is the natural habitat of Trema orientalis?

Trema orientalis is native to tropical Asia, from India to China.

What are the growth requirements of Trema orientalis?

Trema orientalis requires moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2518675: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.