Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
diminuta
ID:
1551005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pedraza

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 556(3): 292. 2022

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000031092


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Description

Themistoclesia diminuta (also called the Chinese waxflower, among many other common names) is a species of waxflower native to China. It is a small shrub with dark green leaves and white flowers. It is found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Themistoclesia diminuta is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Themistoclesia diminuta is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are short and thick.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Themistoclesia diminuta is a small evergreen tree that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, the plant requires little water and can tolerate full sun.

Where to Find Themistoclesia diminuta

Themistoclesia diminuta is native to the tropical forests of Brazil.

Themistoclesia diminuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Themistoclesia diminuta?

Themistoclesia diminuta

What is the family of Themistoclesia diminuta?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Themistoclesia diminuta?

No common name

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