Tynanthus sastrei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sastrei
ID:
781190
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.H.Gentry
Source:
iplants
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 46: 214 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780523
Common Names
- Tynanthus sastrei
- Sastrei Tynanthus
- Tynanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tynanthus sastrei (also called Sastre's Tynanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to two meters in height. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia, and is found in heathland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tynanthus sastrei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber, as it is a hardwood. It has a beautiful yellow flower which is used for making dyes and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tynanthus sastrei is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tynanthus sastrei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.
Where to Find Tynanthus sastrei
Tynanthus sastrei is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Tynanthus sastrei FAQ
What is the common name of Tynanthus sastrei?
Sastre's Tynanthus
What is the natural habitat of Tynanthus sastrei?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What are the uses of Tynanthus sastrei?
Ornamental, timber, medicinal
Species in the Tynanthus genus
Tynanthus labiatus, Tynanthus guatemalensis, Tynanthus cognatus, Tynanthus fasciculatus, Tynanthus gondotianus, Tynanthus polyanthus, Tynanthus pubescens, Tynanthus micranthus, Tynanthus sastrei, Tynanthus panurensis, Tynanthus macranthus, Tynanthus croatianus, Tynanthus schumannianus, Tynanthus goudotiana, Tynanthus espiritosantensis, Tynanthus densiflorus, Tynanthus gondotiana,
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:259276-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].