Thibaudia camelifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Not. Pl. Asiat. 4: 301 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457650
Common Names
- Thibaudia camelifolia
- Camelifolia's Thibaudia
- Thibaudia's Camelifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thibaudia camelifolia (also called 'Mountain laurel', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Thibaudia camelifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for some animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thibaudia camelifolia has white flowers with yellow centers and red sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia camelifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody climber. It can be propagated by stem cuttings, layering, or air layering. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and coastal conditions.
Where to Find Thibaudia camelifolia
Thibaudia camelifolia is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Thibaudia camelifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia camelifolia?
Thibaudia camelifolia
What is the common name of Thibaudia camelifolia?
Camel-leaved Thibaudia
What is the habitat of Thibaudia camelifolia?
It is found in moist, shady forests
Species in the Thibaudia genus
Thibaudia acacioides, Thibaudia acuminata, Thibaudia affinis, Thibaudia albiflora, Thibaudia andrei, Thibaudia angustifolia, Thibaudia anomala, Thibaudia apophysata, Thibaudia archeri, Thibaudia ardisiaefolia, Thibaudia aurantia, Thibaudia auriculata, Thibaudia axillaris, Thibaudia biflora, Thibaudia breweri, Thibaudia camelifolia, Thibaudia cardiophylla, Thibaudia carrenoi, Thibaudia caulialata, Thibaudia cerandra, Thibaudia cinnamomifolia, Thibaudia clivalis, Thibaudia coriacea, Thibaudia coronaria, Thibaudia costaricensis, Thibaudia crenulata, Thibaudia croatii, Thibaudia cubensis, Thibaudia cuneifolia, Thibaudia cupatensis, Thibaudia cyathifera, Thibaudia densiflora, Thibaudia diphylla, Thibaudia domingensis, Thibaudia dudleyi, Thibaudia elliptica, Thibaudia emarginata, Thibaudia engleriana, Thibaudia falcata, Thibaudia falconensis, Thibaudia fallax, Thibaudia flava, Thibaudia floribunda, Thibaudia foreroi, Thibaudia formosa, Thibaudia gaultheriifolia, Thibaudia glabra, Thibaudia glandulifera, Thibaudia glandulosa, Thibaudia glandulosa,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.