Status:
valid
Authors:
(Stapf) Röser & A.Wölk
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Schlechtendalia 25: 60 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336104
Common Names
- Trisetopsis Newtonii
- Newtonii Trisetopsis
- Trisetopsis
Description
Trisetopsis newtonii (also called Newton's Trisetopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Trisetopsis newtonii is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Trisetopsis newtonii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trisetopsis newtonii is a perennial grass native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.
Where to Find Trisetopsis newtonii
Trisetopsis newtonii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South Africa.
Trisetopsis newtonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trisetopsis newtonii?
Trisetopsis newtonii
What type of plant is Trisetopsis newtonii?
Trisetopsis newtonii is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Trisetopsis newtonii found?
Trisetopsis newtonii is found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Species in the Trisetopsis genus
Trisetopsis elongata,
Trisetopsis angusta,
Trisetopsis arcta,
Trisetopsis barbata,
Trisetopsis capensis,
Trisetopsis dodii,
Trisetopsis galpinii,
Trisetopsis hirtula,
Trisetopsis lachnantha,
Trisetopsis longa,
Trisetopsis leonina,
Trisetopsis longifolia,
Trisetopsis mannii,
Trisetopsis milanjiana,
Trisetopsis namaquensis,
Trisetopsis natalensis,
Trisetopsis newtonii,
Trisetopsis quinqueseta,
Trisetopsis rogerellisii,
Trisetopsis roggeveldensis,
Trisetopsis umbrosa,
Trisetopsis imberbis,
Trisetopsis aspera,
Trisetopsis junghuhnii,
Trisetopsis virescens,
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense,
Achnatherum pubicalyx,
Achnatherum sibiricum,
Achnatherum turcomanicum,
Achnatherum brandisii,
Achnatherum bromoides,
Achnatherum calamagrostis,
Achnatherum confusum,
Achnatherum inebrians,
Achnatherum jacquemontii,
Achnatherum virescens,
Achnatherum paradoxum,
Achnatherum nakaii,
Achnatherum pelliotii,
Achnatherum haussknechtii,
Achnatherum mandavillei,
Achnatherum pilosum,
Achnatherum parviflorum,
Achnatherum staintonii,
Aciachne acicularis,
Aciachne flagellifera,
Aciachne pulvinata,
Acidosasa breviclavata,
Acidosasa brilletii,
Acidosasa chinensis,
Acidosasa edulis,
Acidosasa glauca,
Acidosasa guangxiensis,
Acidosasa lingchuanensis,
Acidosasa nanunica,
Acidosasa notata,
Acidosasa purpurea,
Acidosasa venusta,
Acidosasa carinata,
Acostia gracilis,
Acrachne henrardiana,
Acrachne perrieri,
Acrachne racemosa,
Acritochaete volkensii,
Acroceras amplectens,
Acroceras attenuatum,
Acroceras boivinii,
Acroceras bosseri,
Acroceras calcicola,
Acroceras chaseae,
Acroceras diffusum,
Acroceras elegans,
Acroceras excavatum,
Acroceras fluminense,
Acroceras gabunense,
References
Martin Röser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Röser' in the authors string.
Alexandra Wölk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Wölk' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77129302-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].