Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
schliebenii
ID:
511203

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Acanth.(1): 47 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510535

Common Names

  • Thunbergia schliebenii
  • Schliebenii Thunbergia
  • Schliebenii

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Description

Thunbergia schliebenii (also called Schlieben's 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 schliebenii 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 stress and improve relaxation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thunbergia schliebenii is a blue, trumpet-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed of this plant is a small, black seed that is encased in a hard, woody shell. The seedlings of this plant are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thunbergia schliebenii is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It has glossy green leaves and produces bright, yellow flowers in summer. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly until they have rooted. The plants can then be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Thunbergia schliebenii

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

Thunbergia schliebenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thunbergia schliebenii?

Thunbergia schliebenii

What is the common name of Thunbergia schliebenii?

Unknown

What is the family of Thunbergia schliebenii?

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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