Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tripterocarpum
ID:
733121

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Alonso, Pérez-Zab. & Idarraga

Source:
ksu

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 24(92): 348. 2000

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732454

Common Names

  • Isidodendron tripterocarpum
  • Tripterocarpum Isidodendron
  • Tripterocarpum Ironwood

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Description

Isidodendron tripterocarpum (also called three-winged isidodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Isidodendron tripterocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isidodendron tripterocarpum is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single, long stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isidodendron tripterocarpum is a perennial shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Isidodendron tripterocarpum

Isidodendron tripterocarpum is native to Southeast Asia.

Isidodendron tripterocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isidodendron tripterocarpum?

Isidodendron tripterocarpum

What is the common name of Isidodendron tripterocarpum?

Three-winged Isidodendron

What is the habitat of Isidodendron tripterocarpum?

It grows in dry, rocky areas, often on slopes and in crevices

Species in the Isidodendron genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2867097: Based on the initial data import
José Luis Fernández Alonso (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Alonso' in the authors string.
Jorge A. Pérez-Zabala (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-Zab.' in the authors string.
Alvaro Idarraga-Piedrahita: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Idarraga' in the authors string.