Status:
valid
Authors:
T.L.Yao
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Blumea 58: 246 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338006
Description
Thottea anthonysamyi (also called Indian Thottea, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous perennial that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in moist deciduous and evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Thottea anthonysamyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Thottea anthonysamyi are white with a yellow center, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thottea anthonysamyi is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Thottea anthonysamyi
Thottea anthonysamyi is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Thottea anthonysamyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thottea anthonysamyi?
Thottea anthonysamyi
What is the common name of Thottea anthonysamyi?
Anthonysamyi Thottea
Where is Thottea anthonysamyi native to?
East Africa
Species in the Thottea genus
Thottea duchartrei,
Thottea beccarii,
Thottea borneensis,
Thottea celebica,
Thottea curvisemen,
Thottea muluensis,
Thottea dinghoui,
Thottea grandiflora,
Thottea idukkiana,
Thottea macrantha,
Thottea barberi,
Thottea abrahamii,
Thottea macrophylla,
Thottea tomentosa,
Thottea rhizantha,
Thottea paucifida,
Thottea penitilobata,
Thottea philippinensis,
Thottea piperiformis,
Thottea ponmudiana,
Thottea triserialis,
Thottea reniloba,
Thottea tricornis,
Thottea sivarajanii,
Thottea straatmanii,
Thottea sumatrana,
Thottea racemosa,
Thottea dalzellii,
Thottea siliquosa,
Thottea hainanensis,
Thottea dependens,
Thottea anthonysamyi,
Thottea kamarudiniana,
Thottea longipedunculata,
Thottea papilionis,
Thottea piscodora,
Thottea praetermissa,
Thottea reflexa,
Thottea ruthiae,
Thottea terengganuensis,
Thottea sasidharaniana,
Thottea adichilthottiana,
Species in the Aristolochiaceae family
Aristolochia hansenii,
Aristolochia kongkandae,
Aristolochia manantlanensis,
Aristolochia meridionalis,
Aristolochia perangustifolia,
Aristolochia poomae,
Aristolochia yalaensis,
Aristolochia emiliae,
Aristolochia acontophylla,
Aristolochia acuminata,
Aristolochia acutifolia,
Aristolochia albertiana,
Aristolochia albida,
Aristolochia amara,
Aristolochia andina,
Aristolochia anguicida,
Aristolochia angustifolia,
Aristolochia apoloensis,
Aristolochia arborea,
Aristolochia arborescens,
Aristolochia arcuata,
Aristolochia arenicola,
Aristolochia argentina,
Aristolochia asclepiadifolia,
Aristolochia asperifolia,
Aristolochia atropurpurea,
Aristolochia auricularia,
Aristolochia austrochinensis,
Aristolochia austroszechuanica,
Aristolochia austroyunnanensis,
Aristolochia baenzigeri,
Aristolochia baetica,
Aristolochia bahiensis,
Aristolochia balansae,
Aristolochia bambusifolia,
Aristolochia baracoensis,
Aristolochia barbourii,
Aristolochia baseri,
Aristolochia batucensis,
Aristolochia bianorii,
Aristolochia bicolor,
Aristolochia bilabiata,
Aristolochia billardierei,
Aristolochia bilobata,
Aristolochia birostris,
Aristolochia boliviensis,
Aristolochia boosii,
Aristolochia bottae,
Aristolochia bracteolata,
Aristolochia bracteosa,
References
Tze Leong Yao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Yao' in the authors string.