Thunbergia paulitschkeana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paulitschkeana
ID:
410773
Status:
valid
Authors:
Beck
Source:
cmp
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Harrar Leipzig, App. : 459 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410105
Common Names
- Thunbergia Paulitschkeana
- Paulitschke's Thunbergia
- Paulitschke's Clock Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thunbergia paulitschkeana (also called Paulitschke's Thunbergia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thunbergia paulitschkeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thunbergia paulitschkeana is a white or pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with white or pale yellow flowers and long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thunbergia paulitschkeana is a woody climber native to tropical Africa. It is propagated from cuttings taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood branches. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining soil mixture. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mixture and kept moist.
Where to Find Thunbergia paulitschkeana
Thunbergia paulitschkeana is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola and south to South Africa.
Thunbergia paulitschkeana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thunbergia paulitschkeana?
Thunbergia paulitschkeana
What is the common name of Thunbergia paulitschkeana?
Paulitschke's Thunbergia
What is the natural habitat of Thunbergia paulitschkeana?
Thunbergia paulitschkeana is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Thunbergia genus
Thunbergia kirkii, Thunbergia liebrechtsiana, Thunbergia lamellata, Thunbergia lancifolia, Thunbergia ilocana, Thunbergia hossei, Thunbergia huillensis, Thunbergia kangeanensis, Thunbergia javanica, Thunbergia jayii, Thunbergia mauginii, Thunbergia nivea, Thunbergia erythraeae, Thunbergia malangana, Thunbergia mechowii, Thunbergia macalensis, Thunbergia fragrans, Thunbergia eymae, Thunbergia fasciculata, Thunbergia geoffrayi, Thunbergia hirsuta, Thunbergia hastata, Thunbergia hawtayneana, Thunbergia hebecocca, Thunbergia hederifolia, Thunbergia gossweileri, Thunbergia grandiflora, Thunbergia gregorii, Thunbergia oubanguiensis, Thunbergia pynaertii, Thunbergia ridleyi, Thunbergia quadricostata, Thunbergia recasa, Thunbergia retefolia, Thunbergia quadrialata, Thunbergia palawanensis, Thunbergia papilionacea, Thunbergia papuana, Thunbergia parviflora, Thunbergia parvifolia, Thunbergia pleistodonta, Thunbergia paulitschkeana, Thunbergia stenochlamys, Thunbergia smilacifolia, Thunbergia subcordatifolia, Thunbergia rogersii, Thunbergia sessilis, Thunbergia siantanensis, Thunbergia similis, Thunbergia erecta,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Günther Beck von Mannagetta und Lerchenau (1856-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beck' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.