Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifolia
ID:
456298

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 2: 1020 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000455630

Common Names

  • Trichilia trifolia
  • Cabreuva
  • Brazilian Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Trichilia halesia Loefl. ex A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Trichilia unifoliola S.F.Blake & Standl. [unknown]
  • Trichilia palmetorum Pittier [unknown]
  • Trichilia trifolia trifolia [unknown]
  • Trichilia parvifolia C.DC. [unknown]
  • Trichilia excisa Urb. [unknown]
  • Trichilia lamellulata Dugand [unknown]
  • Trichilia trifoliata L. [unknown]

Description

Trichilia trifolia (also called Three-leaved Trichilia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It has a single stem that can reach heights of up to 5 m. The leaves are alternate and have a rough texture. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichilia trifolia is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of timber, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trichilia trifolia sub. pteleifolia (A.Juss.) T.D.Penn.
Trichilia trifolia sub. palmeri (C.DC.) T.D.Penn.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichilia trifolia is a yellow-orange color with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichilia trifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trichilia trifolia

Trichilia trifolia can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Trichilia trifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichilia trifolia?

Trichilia trifolia

What are the common names of Trichilia trifolia?

Trifoliate trichilia, Trifoliate trichilia tree

What is the habitat of Trichilia trifolia?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Trichilia genus

Trichilia gamopetala, Trichilia glabra, Trichilia gilletii, Trichilia gilgiana, Trichilia heudelotii, Trichilia elegans, Trichilia dregeana, Trichilia elsae, Trichilia discolor, Trichilia florbranca, Trichilia fasciculata, Trichilia humblotii, Trichilia euneura, Trichilia emetica, Trichilia hirta, Trichilia megalantha, Trichilia mazanensis, Trichilia maynasiana, Trichilia micrantha, Trichilia martiana, Trichilia martineaui, Trichilia monadelpha, Trichilia inaequilatera, Trichilia lepidota, Trichilia lecointei, Trichilia catigua, Trichilia capitata, Trichilia breviflora, Trichilia cipo, Trichilia americana, Trichilia acuminata, Trichilia trifolia, Trichilia retusa, Trichilia pleeana, Trichilia pittieri, Trichilia prieureana, Trichilia tomentosa, Trichilia quadrivalvis, Trichilia quadrijuga, Trichilia oligantha, Trichilia pallida, Trichilia pallens, Trichilia singularis, Trichilia surinamensis, Trichilia tessmannii, Trichilia taubertiana, Trichilia septentrionalis, Trichilia rubra, Trichilia zewaldae, Trichilia welwitschii,

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

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