Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
triphylla
ID:
582789

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex A.Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 13: 254 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582121

Common Names

  • Camarea triphylla
  • Triphylla
  • Triphylla Bush

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Synonyms

  • Aspicarpa triphylla Hassl. [unknown]
  • Cryptolappa triphylla Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gaudichaudia triphylla Mohl. ex A.Juss. [deprecated]
  • Gaudichaudia triphylla Mohl. ex A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Camarea tryphylla Mart. [unknown]

Description

Camarea triphylla (also called 'Three-Leaved Camarea', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It has a small, white flower that blooms in the summer and grows in humid, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Camarea triphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Camarea triphylla has small, white flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camarea triphylla is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Camarea triphylla

Camarea triphylla is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest, the Andes Mountains, and the Caribbean.

Camarea triphylla FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Camarea triphylla?

Camarea triphylla is native to Mexico.

What is the size of Camarea triphylla?

Camarea triphylla is a small plant, growing to a height of about 10 cm.

What is the soil type for Camarea triphylla?

Camarea triphylla prefers a well-draining soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2694338: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.