Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
coronilla
ID:
408785

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linden & André

Source:
ksu

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Ill. Hort. 17: 176, t. 33 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408117

Common Names

  • Coronilla Themistoclesia
  • Themistoclesia Coronilla
  • Coronilla Themistoclesia

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Description

Themistoclesia coronilla (also called 'Crowned Themistoclesia', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to tropical South America, typically found in moist, shady habitats. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Themistoclesia coronilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Themistoclesia coronilla has small, white flowers with yellow centers that bloom in the spring. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Themistoclesia coronilla is a slow-growing, evergreen epiphyte that can reach up to 1 m (3 ft) in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Themistoclesia coronilla

Themistoclesia coronilla is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Themistoclesia coronilla FAQ

What are the common names of Themistoclesia coronilla?

The common names of Themistoclesia coronilla are not known.

What is the native range of Themistoclesia coronilla?

Themistoclesia coronilla is native to Costa Rica.

What are the uses of Themistoclesia coronilla?

Themistoclesia coronilla is used for its ornamental value.

Species in the Themistoclesia genus

Themistoclesia alata, Themistoclesia anfracta, Themistoclesia campii, Themistoclesia compacta, Themistoclesia compta, Themistoclesia coronilla, Themistoclesia costaricensis, Themistoclesia crassifolia, Themistoclesia cremasta, Themistoclesia cuatrecasasii, Themistoclesia davidsmithii, Themistoclesia dependens, Themistoclesia dryanderae, Themistoclesia epiphytica, Themistoclesia flexuosa, Themistoclesia fosbergii, Themistoclesia geniculata, Themistoclesia hirsuta, Themistoclesia horquetensis, Themistoclesia humboldtiana, Themistoclesia idiocalyx, Themistoclesia inflata, Themistoclesia laxa, Themistoclesia mucronata, Themistoclesia orientalis, Themistoclesia pariensis, Themistoclesia pennellii, Themistoclesia pentandra, Themistoclesia peruviana, Themistoclesia recondita, Themistoclesia recurva, Themistoclesia rostrata, Themistoclesia siranensis, Themistoclesia smithiana, Themistoclesia tunquiniensis, Themistoclesia unduavensis, Themistoclesia vegasana, Themistoclesia woytkowskii, Themistoclesia diminuta,

Species in the Ericaceae family

References