Disterigma trimerum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trimerum
ID:
653046
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wilbur & Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 29: 258. 1977
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652378
Common Names
- Trimerum Disterigma
- Disterigma Trimerum
- Trimerum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Disterigma trimerum (also called Trimeranthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with leathery, oblong leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Disterigma trimerum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disterigma trimerum has white flowers with yellow anthers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with ovate leaves and a long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Disterigma trimerum is a slow-growing, succulent plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings or offsets. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Water only when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Disterigma trimerum
Disterigma trimerum is native to Mexico.
Disterigma trimerum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disterigma trimerum?
Disterigma trimerum
What is the common name of Disterigma trimerum?
Trimerum Disterigma
What is the natural habitat of Disterigma trimerum?
Disterigma trimerum is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Species in the Disterigma genus
Disterigma acuminatum, Disterigma cryptocalyx, Disterigma agathosmoides, Disterigma alaternoides, Disterigma appendiculatum, Disterigma baguense, Disterigma balslevii, Disterigma bocatorense, Disterigma bracteatum, Disterigma campanulatum, Disterigma campii, Disterigma chocoanum, Disterigma codonanthum, Disterigma cryptocalyx, Disterigma cuspidatum, Disterigma dissimile, Disterigma dumontii, Disterigma ecuadorense, Disterigma elassanthum, Disterigma empetrifolium, Disterigma fortunense, Disterigma hammelii, Disterigma hiatum, Disterigma humboldtii, Disterigma leucanthum, Disterigma luteynii, Disterigma micranthum, Disterigma microphyllum, Disterigma noyesiae, Disterigma ollacheum, Disterigma ovatum, Disterigma pallidum, Disterigma panamense, Disterigma parallelinerve, Disterigma pentandrum, Disterigma pernettyoides, Disterigma pilosum, Disterigma pseudokillipiella, Disterigma rimbachii, Disterigma staphelioides, Disterigma stereophyllum, Disterigma synanthum, Disterigma terniflorum, Disterigma trimerum, Disterigma ulei, Disterigma utleyorum, Disterigma verruculatum, Disterigma weberbaueri,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.
Robert Lynch Wilbur (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilbur' in the authors string.