Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
dependens
ID:
408809

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 28: 442 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408141

Common Names

  • Dependens Themistoclesia
  • Themistoclesia Dependens
  • Dependens Themistoclesia

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Synonyms

  • Themistoclesia pendula Moritz ex Klotzsch [valid]
  • Thibaudia dependens Benth. [valid]
  • Episcopia pendula Moritz ex Klotzsch [invalid]
  • Themistoclesia lehmannii Hoerold [valid]

Description

Themistoclesia dependens (also called 'Dependant Themistoclesia', among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in wet meadows, bogs, and marshes. The plant has lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Themistoclesia dependens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, sore throat, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Themistoclesia dependens has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Themistoclesia dependens is a tropical perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Themistoclesia dependens requires minimal pruning and is relatively easy to care for.

Where to Find Themistoclesia dependens

Themistoclesia dependens can be found in the Caribbean.

Themistoclesia dependens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Themistoclesia dependens?

Themistoclesia dependens

What is the natural habitat of Themistoclesia dependens?

Tropical forests of India

What is the flower color of Themistoclesia dependens?

White

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