Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triantha
ID:
851109

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 22: 112 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000850444

Common Names

  • Triantha Chomelia
  • Triantha Wild Petunia
  • Triantha Wild Tobacco

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Description

Chomelia triantha (also called Three-flowered Chomelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and a maximum height of up to 1 m. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chomelia triantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chomelia triantha has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny outer coating. The seedlings are short and slender with a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chomelia triantha is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Chomelia triantha

Chomelia triantha can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Chomelia triantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chomelia triantha?

Chomelia triantha

What is the common name of Chomelia triantha?

Triantha

What is the natural habitat of Chomelia triantha?

Tropical forests

Species in the Chomelia genus

Chomelia longituba, Chomelia breedlovei, Chomelia crassifolia, Chomelia kirkbridei, Chomelia albicaulis, Chomelia anisomeris, Chomelia apodantha, Chomelia bahiae, Chomelia barbata, Chomelia barbinervis, Chomelia bella, Chomelia brachypoda, Chomelia brasiliana, Chomelia brevicornu, Chomelia caurensis, Chomelia delascioi, Chomelia ecuadorensis, Chomelia estrellana, Chomelia fasciculata, Chomelia glabricalyx, Chomelia glabriuscula, Chomelia gracilis, Chomelia grandicarpa, Chomelia grandifolia, Chomelia hirsuta, Chomelia intercedens, Chomelia juruensis, Chomelia klugii, Chomelia laxiflora, Chomelia longiflora, Chomelia malaneoides, Chomelia microloba, Chomelia minutiflora, Chomelia modesta, Chomelia monachinoi, Chomelia monantha, Chomelia myrtifolia, Chomelia obtusa, Chomelia occidentalis, Chomelia oligantha, Chomelia paniculata, Chomelia parviflora, Chomelia parvifolia, Chomelia pedunculosa, Chomelia pohliana, Chomelia polyantha, Chomelia pringlei, Chomelia psilocarpa, Chomelia pubescens, Chomelia ramiae,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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