Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
trinasutum
ID:
240039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 1: 12 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239371

Common Names

  • Meiracyllium trinasutum
  • Three-Toothed Riceflower
  • Three-Toothed Rice Bush

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Synonyms

  • Meiracyllium wendlandii Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Meiracyllium trinasutum (also called Three-Spine Meiracyllium, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with three-spined, linear leaves and white flowers. It is native to India and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Meiracyllium trinasutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of cut flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Meiracyllium trinasutum has small, yellow flowers with purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meiracyllium trinasutum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Meiracyllium trinasutum

Meiracyllium trinasutum is native to India and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Meiracyllium trinasutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meiracyllium trinasutum?

Meiracyllium trinasutum

What type of plant is Meiracyllium trinasutum?

A shrub

Where is Meiracyllium trinasutum found?

In South America

Species in the Meiracyllium genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References