Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
racemosa
ID:
511200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Acanth.(1): 61 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510532

Common Names

  • Thunbergia racemosa
  • Racemosa Thunbergia
  • Racemosa

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Description

Thunbergia racemosa (also called Racemose Thunbergia, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen shrub with an upright habit. It is native to East Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thunbergia racemosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to make herbal teas, which can help to reduce nausea and improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thunbergia racemosa is a yellow-orange color with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and long with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thunbergia racemosa is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from new growth in the spring or summer and rooted in moist sand or soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist.

Where to Find Thunbergia racemosa

Thunbergia racemosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of South East Asia.

Thunbergia racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thunbergia racemosa?

Thunbergia racemosa

What is the common name of Thunbergia racemosa?

Unknown

What is the family of Thunbergia racemosa?

Acanthaceae

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,

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