Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spiritusanctense
ID:
1036314
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.F.Guim. & Miguel
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Biol. 47: 559 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001035652
Common Names
- Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense
- Holy Spirit Trigoniodendron
- Holy Spirit Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense (also called 'Holy Spirit Tree Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in temperate and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, tufted moss with lance-shaped leaves and a reddish-brown stem. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have four leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense is a small, succulent plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done by carefully separating the plant into multiple sections and replanting each section in a separate pot with a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense
Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Trigoniodendron genus
Species in the Trigoniaceae family
Humbertiodendron saboureaui, Isidodendron tripterocarpum, Trigonia costanensis, Trigonia candelabra, Trigonia bracteata, Trigonia laevis, Trigonia eriosperma, Trigonia ehrendorferi, Trigonia reticulata, Trigonia nivea, Trigonia rugosa, Trigonia villosa, Trigonia spruceana, Trigonia sericea, Trigonia microcarpa, Trigonia virens, Trigonia boliviana, Trigonia hypoleuca, Trigonia macrantha, Trigonia subcymosa, Trigonia killipii, Trigonia prancei, Trigonia floccosa, Trigonia cipoensis, Trigonia coppenamensis, Trigonia rotundifolia, Trigonia paniculata, Trigonia rytidocarpa, Trigonia bahiensis, Trigonia kerrii, Trigonia littoralis, Trigoniastrum hypoleucum, Trigoniodendron spiritusanctense,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100355738: Based on the initial data import
Elsie Franklin Guimarães (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.F.Guim.' in the authors string.
J.R. Miguel (d.1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miguel' in the authors string.