Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
bicornuta
ID:
323794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 30: 392 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323126

Common Names

  • Thevetia bicornuta
  • Bicorn Thevetia
  • Yellow Oleander

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Synonyms

  • Thevetia paraguayensis Britton [unknown]
  • Cascabela bicornuta (Müll.Arg.) Lippold [unknown]

Description

Thevetia bicornuta (also called the Bicorn Thevetia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a perennial herb with a single, erect, glabrous stem, reaching up to 40 cm in height. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thevetia bicornuta is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thevetia bicornuta has a single, star-shaped flower with six petals and sepals. The petals are usually yellow or white. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thevetia bicornuta is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Thevetia bicornuta

Thevetia bicornuta can be found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Thevetia bicornuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thevetia bicornuta?

Thevetia bicornuta

What is the family of Thevetia bicornuta?

Apocynaceae

What is the natural habitat of Thevetia bicornuta?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Thevetia genus

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,

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