Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
thompsoniorum
ID:
411881

Status:
valid

Authors:
van Jaarsv. & R.Nagel

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Asklepios 76: 9 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411213

Common Names

  • Tavaresia thompsoniorum
  • Thompson's Tavaresia
  • Thompson's Pipewort

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Synonyms

  • Staparesia thompsoniorum (van Jaarsv. & R.Nagel) G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Tavaresia thompsoniorum (also called Tavaresia thompsoniorum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist grasslands and wet meadows. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are lanceolate and have a hairy surface.

Uses & Benefits

Tavaresia thompsoniorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tavaresia thompsoniorum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tavaresia thompsoniorum is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It is propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Tavaresia thompsoniorum

Tavaresia thompsoniorum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Tavaresia thompsoniorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tavaresia thompsoniorum?

Tavaresia thompsoniorum

What is the common name of Tavaresia thompsoniorum?

None

Where is Tavaresia thompsoniorum native to?

South America

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Ernst Jacobus van Jaarsveld (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van Jaarsv.' in the authors string.
Rob Nagel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Nagel' in the authors string.