Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
ferox
ID:
321896

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 11: 285 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321228

Common Names

  • Tectiphiala ferox
  • Ferox Tectiphiala
  • Tectiphiala of Ferox

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Description

Tectiphiala ferox (also called Ferocious Tectiphiala, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows in moist forests and has ovate-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tectiphiala ferox is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tectiphiala ferox has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tectiphiala ferox can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tectiphiala ferox

Tectiphiala ferox is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Tectiphiala ferox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tectiphiala ferox?

Tectiphiala ferox

What is the common name of Tectiphiala ferox?

Ferocious Plant

What is the natural habitat of Tectiphiala ferox?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Tectiphiala genus

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202016: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.