Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
trinervis
ID:
712456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc. 3: 170 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711789

Common Names

  • Three-nerved Guindilia
  • Three-nerved-leaved Guindilia
  • Three-nerved-leaf Guindilia

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Synonyms

  • Valenzuelia trinervis Bertero ex Cambess. [unknown]

Description

Guindilia trinervis (also called Three-Nerved Guindilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has hairy stems and leaves, and its flowers are white or yellow. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guindilia trinervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guindilia trinervis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, brown, glossy seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guindilia trinervis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Guindilia trinervis

Guindilia trinervis is native to Central and South America.

Guindilia trinervis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guindilia trinervis?

Guindilia trinervis

What is the common name of Guindilia trinervis?

Three-nerved guindilia

What is the natural habitat of Guindilia trinervis?

Dry, open woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Guindilia genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2834972: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.