Themistoclesia siranensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
siranensis
ID:
746538
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn & Pedraza
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 62: 46 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745871
Common Names
- Themistoclesia Siranensis
- Siran Themisoclesia
- Siran False Eranthemum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Themistoclesia siranensis (also called Siran Themisoclesia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Themistoclesia siranensis has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, and as a source of natural dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Themistoclesia siranensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in panicles. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Themistoclesia siranensis is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Themistoclesia siranensis
Themistoclesia siranensis is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Themistoclesia siranensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Themistoclesia siranensis?
Themistoclesia siranensis
What is the common name of Themistoclesia siranensis?
Siranensis
What is the natural habitat of Themistoclesia siranensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests
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
Paola Pedraza (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pedraza' in the authors string.
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.