Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 68: 123 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046017
Common Names
- Thespis tonkinensis
- Tonkin Thespis
- Tonkin's Thespis
Description
Thespis tonkinensis (also called Tonkin False Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thespis tonkinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thespis tonkinensis has small white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thespis tonkinensis is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Thespis tonkinensis
Thespis tonkinensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in wet, tropical forests and disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Thespis tonkinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thespis tonkinensis?
Thespis tonkinensis
What are the common names of Thespis tonkinensis?
Tonkin Thespis
What is the habitat of Thespis tonkinensis?
Thespis tonkinensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Species in the Thespis genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,