Triainolepis opaca - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
opaca
ID:
327751
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 59: 9 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327083
Common Names
- Triainolepis opaca
- Opaca
- Triainolepis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triainolepis opaca (also called Opaque Triainolepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It grows in dry forests, savannas and disturbed areas. It has a smooth bark and its leaves are alternate, ovate, and entire. Its flowers are small and yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Triainolepis opaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Triainolepis opaca is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triainolepis opaca is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World, from India and Sri Lanka east to China, Japan, and the Pacific Islands. It is cultivated in warm temperate regions as an ornamental tree. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist, shady position.
Where to Find Triainolepis opaca
Triainolepis opaca is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist forests, swamps, and disturbed areas.
Triainolepis opaca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triainolepis opaca?
Triainolepis opaca
What is the common name of Triainolepis opaca?
Opaque Triainolepis
What is the natural habitat of Triainolepis opaca?
Dry forests and scrublands
Species in the Triainolepis genus
Triainolepis africana, Triainolepis arcuata, Triainolepis brevituba, Triainolepis emirnensis, Triainolepis hirtiflora, Triainolepis mandrarensis, Triainolepis opaca, Triainolepis polyneura, Triainolepis rhynchopetala, Triainolepis sancta, Triainolepis tomentella, Triainolepis xerophila, Triainolepis ampandrandavae,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-207690: Based on the initial data import
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.