Triunia

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Triunia
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae,
eudicots

Order: Proteales
Family: Proteaceae
Genus: Triunia
Johnson & Briggs (1975)

Triunia are medium to tall shrubs or small trees found as understorey plants in rainforests of northeastern Australia. They are members of the Proteaceae family. They are notable for their poisonous fleshy fruits or drupes. Only one species, T. youngiana, is commonly seen in cultivation.

[edit] Triunia Species

  • T. erythrocarpa
  • T. montana
  • T. robusta
  • T. youngiana (type)
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