Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
horquetensis
ID:
408894

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luteyn & Wilbur

Source:
cmp

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 29: 266 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408226

Common Names

  • Themistoclesia Horquetensis
  • Horquetensis Themistoclesia
  • Horquetensis Tree

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Description

Themistoclesia horquetensis (also called Horqueta Themistoclesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has glossy, leathery leaves and clusters of white flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Themistoclesia horquetensis 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

The flower of Themistoclesia horquetensis is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single, white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Themistoclesia horquetensis 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 horquetensis requires minimal pruning and is relatively easy to care for.

Where to Find Themistoclesia horquetensis

Themistoclesia horquetensis is found in Colombia.

Themistoclesia horquetensis FAQ

What is the common name of Themistoclesia horquetensis?

Horqueta Themistoclesia

What is the natural habitat of Themistoclesia horquetensis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Themistoclesia horquetensis?

Orange

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