Triplophyllum hirsutum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirsutum
ID:
1283170
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Holttum) J.Prado & R.C.Moran
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60(2): 121. 2008 [15 Jul 2008]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282508
Common Names
- Hirsutum Triplophyllum
- Triplophyllum Hirsutum
- Hairy Triplophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triplophyllum hirsutum (also called Hairy Triplophyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in lowland rainforest. It has white flowers and pinnate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Triplophyllum hirsutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Triplophyllum hirsutum has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters on the tips of the stems. The flowers have six petals and six stamens. The seed is a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons and long, slender stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triplophyllum hirsutum 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 healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Triplophyllum hirsutum
Triplophyllum hirsutum is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests, thickets, and along rivers.
Triplophyllum hirsutum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triplophyllum hirsutum?
Triplophyllum hirsutum
What is the common name of Triplophyllum hirsutum?
Hairy Triplophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Triplophyllum hirsutum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Triplophyllum genus
Triplophyllum attenuatum, Triplophyllum boliviense, Triplophyllum perpilosum, Triplophyllum glabrum, Triplophyllum funestum, Triplophyllum dicksonioides, Triplophyllum securidiforme, Triplophyllum pilosissimum, Triplophyllum protensum, Triplophyllum dimidiatum, Triplophyllum vogelii, Triplophyllum lanigerum, Triplophyllum buchholzii, Triplophyllum gabonense, Triplophyllum jenseniae, Triplophyllum pentagonum, Triplophyllum troupinii, Triplophyllum batesii, Triplophyllum principis, Triplophyllum speciosum, Triplophyllum varians, Triplophyllum fraternum, Triplophyllum angustifolium, Triplophyllum heudelotii, Triplophyllum hirsutum, Triplophyllum chocoense,
Species in the Tectariaceae family
Arthropteris articulata, Arthropteris charletiana, Arthropteris neocaledonica, Arthropteris boutoniana, Arthropteris palisotii, Arthropteris parallela, Arthropteris monocarpa, Arthropteris orientalis, Arthropteris altescandens, Arthropteris anniana, Arthropteris antun-gupffertiae, Arthropteris cameroonensis, Arthropteris tenella, Arthropteris paucivenia, Hypoderris brownii, Hypoderris brauniana, Pteridrys australis, Pteridrys cnemidaria, Pteridrys lofouensis, Pteridrys syrmatica, Pteridrys acutissima, Pteridrys microthecia, Pteridrys olivacea, Pteridrys confertiloba, Tectaria amblyotis, Tectaria balansae, Tectaria calcarea, Tectaria chattagrammica, Tectaria degeneri, Tectaria estremerana, Tectaria godeffroyi, Tectaria guachana, Tectaria heterocarpa, Tectaria hookeri, Tectaria hymenodes, Tectaria ingens, Tectaria jardini, Tectaria johannis, Tectaria kouniensis, Tectaria lacei, Tectaria lifuensis, Tectaria lobulata, Tectaria macrosora, Tectaria marchionica, Tectaria melanocaulis, Tectaria melanocauloides, Tectaria moorei, Tectaria nausoriensis, Tectaria novoguineensis, Tectaria organensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50317688: Based on the initial data import
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.
Robbin C. Moran (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Moran' in the authors string.
Jefferson Prado (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Prado' in the authors string.