Status:
valid
Authors:
D.M.Johnson & N.A.Murray
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 47: 283 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228999
Common Names
- Lanceipetala Trigynaea
- Trigynaea Lanceipetala
- Trigynaea Grandiflora
Description
Trigynaea lanceipetala (also called Lance-petal Trigynaea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, oblong leaves and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It prefers full sun and moist soils.
Uses & Benefits
Trigynaea lanceipetala has many uses, including as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of food for animals, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trigynaea lanceipetala is a white-greenish color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trigynaea lanceipetala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light, sandy soil mix in a cold frame in the spring. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sheltered, partially shaded location in moist, acidic soil.
Where to Find Trigynaea lanceipetala
Trigynaea lanceipetala can be found in moist meadows, marshes, and swamps in the eastern United States and Canada.
Trigynaea lanceipetala FAQ
What is the common name of Trigynaea lanceipetala?
Lanceolate-petaled Trigynaea
What is the natural habitat of Trigynaea lanceipetala?
Tropical rainforests
What is the optimal temperature for Trigynaea lanceipetala?
65-75°F (18-24°C)
Species in the Trigynaea genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
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Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,