Trimezia truncata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
iplants
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 10: 320 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786776
Common Names
- Trimezia Truncata
- Truncata Trimezia
- Trimezia Truncata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trimezia truncata (also called Truncate Trimezia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has glossy, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical forests and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Trimezia truncata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trimezia truncata has white flowers with yellow centers and dark purple anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trimezia truncata is a perennial herb that is native to the United States. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Deadheading the flowers will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Trimezia truncata
Trimezia truncata can be found in Central America and South America.
Trimezia truncata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trimezia truncata?
Trimezia truncata
What is the natural habitat of Trimezia truncata?
Trimezia truncata is native to Mexico and Central America.
What is the growth habit of Trimezia truncata?
Trimezia truncata is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.
Species in the Trimezia genus
Trimezia portosecurensis, Trimezia paradoxa, Trimezia rotundata, Trimezia capitellata, Trimezia itamarajuensis, Trimezia pardina, Trimezia sobolifera, Trimezia chimantensis, Trimezia guianensis, Trimezia guaricana, Trimezia caulosa, Trimezia plicatifolia, Trimezia brachypus, Trimezia fosteriana, Trimezia fistulosa, Trimezia exillima, Trimezia candida, Trimezia humilis, Trimezia brevicaulis, Trimezia spathata, Trimezia martinicensis, Trimezia juncifolia, Trimezia caerulea, Trimezia variegata, Trimezia truncata, Trimezia steyermarkii, Trimezia glauca, Trimezia sabini, Trimezia pusilla, Trimezia organensis, Trimezia northiana, Trimezia cathartica, Trimezia altivallis, Trimezia decora, Trimezia decumbens, Trimezia itatiaica, Trimezia jaguatirica, Trimezia latifolia, Trimezia mogolensis, Trimezia unca, Trimezia campanula, Trimezia datensis, Trimezia monticola, Trimezia eburnea, Trimezia gracilis, Trimezia floscella, Trimezia speciosa, Trimezia striata, Trimezia castaneomaculata, Trimezia concava,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-325352: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.