Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trillesiana
ID:
748720

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Rev. Cult. Colon. 11: 258 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748053

Common Names

  • Heisteria Trillesiana
  • Trillesiana Heisteria
  • Trilles' Heisteria

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Description

Heisteria trillesiana (also called Trilles' Heisteria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Heisteria trillesiana is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is used as a groundcover and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in rock gardens and other areas where it can spread without becoming invasive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heisteria trillesiana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, heart-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heisteria trillesiana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the seeds germinate. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn. Place the cuttings in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until the cuttings root.

Where to Find Heisteria trillesiana

Heisteria trillesiana can be found in South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Heisteria trillesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heisteria trillesiana?

Heisteria trillesiana

What type of plant is Heisteria trillesiana?

Tree

Where is Heisteria trillesiana found?

Central America

Species in the Heisteria genus

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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