Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
vegasana
ID:
1263236

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 28: 440 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262574

Common Names

  • Themistoclesia vegasana
  • Vegasana Themistoclesia
  • Vegasana Themistoclesi

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Description

Themistoclesia vegasana (also called Vegasan Themistoclesia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It is a hardy plant, growing to a height of 1-2 metres, with small, white, star-shaped flowers. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade, and is drought and frost tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Themistoclesia vegasana is an ornamental plant that is used for ground cover in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create bonsai trees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Themistoclesia vegasana is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Themistoclesia vegasana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium.

Where to Find Themistoclesia vegasana

Themistoclesia vegasana is native to the tropical regions of South America.

Themistoclesia vegasana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Themistoclesia vegasana?

Themistoclesia vegasana

What is the common name of Themistoclesia vegasana?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Themistoclesia vegasana?

Dry, rocky areas

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