Tritonia chrysantha - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fourc.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 21: 77 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786747
Common Names
- Tritonia Chrysantha
- Chrysantha Tritonia
- Tritonia Chrysantha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tritonia chrysantha (also called Chrysantha tritonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, reaching up to 1 m in height. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and other habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tritonia chrysantha is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its beautiful and colorful flowers. It can also be used to make herbal teas and infusions, due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tritonia chrysantha has small, yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tritonia chrysantha is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it prefers full sun and moderate watering.
Where to Find Tritonia chrysantha
Tritonia chrysantha is native to South Africa.
Tritonia chrysantha FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Tritonia chrysantha?
Tritonia chrysantha is native to South Africa.
What is the flower color of Tritonia chrysantha?
The flowers of Tritonia chrysantha are usually white or pink.
How can I propagate Tritonia chrysantha?
Tritonia chrysantha can be propagated by seed or division.
Species in the Tritonia genus
Tritonia karooica, Tritonia marlothii, Tritonia drakensbergensis, Tritonia delpierrei, Tritonia chrysantha, Tritonia laxifolia, Tritonia lancea, Tritonia kamisbergensis, Tritonia pallida, Tritonia nelsonii, Tritonia moggii, Tritonia bakeri, Tritonia atrorubens, Tritonia dubia, Tritonia florentiae, Tritonia cooperi, Tritonia disticha, Tritonia deusta, Tritonia crocata, Tritonia flabellifolia, Tritonia parvula, Tritonia squalida, Tritonia securigera, Tritonia undulata, Tritonia tugwelliae, Tritonia gladiolaris, Tritonia cedarmontana, Tritonia linearifolia,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-325313: Based on the initial data import
Henry Georges Fourcade (1865-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fourc.' in the authors string.