Froesia tricarpa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pires
Source:
cmp
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Bol. Técn. Inst. Agron. N. 15: 22 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692616
Common Names
- Froesia tricarpa
- Tricarpa Froesia
- Froesia Tricarpa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Froesia tricarpa (also called Froesia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Froesia tricarpa is used as a source of food, medicine, and fuel. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of fiber for rope and paper.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Froesia tricarpa is small, white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are thin, upright and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Froesia tricarpa is a warm-season perennial grass native to South America. It is typically grown for forage and hay production. It can be propagated by seed, and it is best planted in late spring or early summer in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is a short-lived perennial and will reseed itself if left undisturbed.
Where to Find Froesia tricarpa
Froesia tricarpa is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.
Froesia tricarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Froesia tricarpa?
Froesia tricarpa
What is the common name of Froesia tricarpa?
Three-fruit snakecotton
What is the natural habitat of Froesia tricarpa?
Grasslands and scrublands
Species in the Froesia genus
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2814788: Based on the initial data import
João Murça Pires (1917-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pires' in the authors string.