Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
408817

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 28: 443 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408149

Common Names

  • Themistoclesia Hirsuta
  • Hairy Themistoclesia
  • Hairy Tree

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Description

Themistoclesia hirsuta (also called 'Hairy 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 with hairy stems.

Uses & Benefits

Themistoclesia hirsuta is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Themistoclesia hirsuta 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 hirsuta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Themistoclesia hirsuta

Themistoclesia hirsuta can be found in the Caribbean.

Themistoclesia hirsuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Themistoclesia hirsuta?

Themistoclesia hirsuta

What is the natural habitat of Themistoclesia hirsuta?

Tropical forests of India

What is the flower color of Themistoclesia hirsuta?

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