Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
triflorum
ID:
1414713

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Korth.) R.Kr.Singh

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 92: 297 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427178

Common Names

  • Nostolachma triflorum
  • Triflorum Nostolachma
  • Triflorum

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Description

Nostolachma triflorum (also called Three-flowered Nostolachma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Nostolachma triflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nostolachma triflorum are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nostolachma triflorum is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in well-draining soil. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Nostolachma triflorum

Nostolachma triflorum can be found in Mexico.

Nostolachma triflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nostolachma triflorum?

Nostolachma triflorum

What is the common name of Nostolachma triflorum?

Three-flowered Nostolachma

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Asteraceae

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,

References

IPNI record: 77174984-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001428313
Pieter Willem Korthals (1807-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Korth.' in the authors string.
Rajeev Kumar Singh (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Kr.Singh' in the authors string.