Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Crossosomatales
Genus:
Species:
brachypetala
ID:
455443

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) B.L.Linden

Source:
ksu

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea , n.s., 10: 212 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454775

Common Names

  • Turpinia brachypetala
  • Short-petal Turpinia
  • Short-petal Indian Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Kaernbachia brachypetala Schltr. [deprecated]
  • Turpinia versteeghii Merr. & L.M.Perry [unknown]

Description

Turpinia brachypetala (also called Short-Petaled Turpinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Turpinia brachypetala has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Turpinia brachypetala has small, white flowers with three petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Turpinia brachypetala is a small tree native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep in a warm, sunny position and ensure the soil is kept moist.

Where to Find Turpinia brachypetala

Turpinia brachypetala is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers in the region.

Turpinia brachypetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Turpinia brachypetala?

Turpinia brachypetala

What is the natural habitat of Turpinia brachypetala?

Tropical forests

What is the flowering season of Turpinia brachypetala?

Summer

Species in the Staphyleaceae family

Dalrympelea pomifera, Dalrympelea trifoliata, Dalrympelea stipulacea, Dalrympelea sphaerocarpa, Dalrympelea nitida, Dalrympelea calciphila, Dalrympelea borneensis, Dalrympelea grandis, Staphylea colchica, Staphylea pinnata, Staphylea bolanderi, Staphylea trifolia, Staphylea bumalda, Staphylea campanulata, Staphylea forrestii, Staphylea shweliensis, Staphylea holocarpa, Staphylea pringlei, Staphylea yuanjiangensis, Staphylea tricornuta, Staphylea insignis, Staphylea japonica, Staphylea affinis, Staphylea megaphylla, Staphylea macrosperma, Staphylea indochinensis, Staphylea cochinchinensis, Staphylea formosana, Staphylea arguta, Staphylea ternata, Staphylea subsessilifolia, Turpinia picardae, Turpinia pentandra, Turpinia paucijuga, Turpinia malabarica, Turpinia doanii, Turpinia brachypetala, Turpinia hatuyenensis, Turpinia occidentalis, Turpinia parvifoliola, Turpinia montana, Turpinia simplicifolia,

References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
B.L.van der Linden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Linden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:821940-1: Based on the initial data import