Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceipetala
ID:
1229661

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

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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.

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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 Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, 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,

References

David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.
Nancy A. Murray (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Murray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:300104-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.