Status:
valid
Authors:
St.-Lag.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Bot. Lyon vii. (1880) 136.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457648
Common Names
- Thibaudia cerandra
- Cerandra Thibaudia
- Cerandra-Leaved Thibaudia
Description
Thibaudia cerandra (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 cerandra 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 cerandra has small, white flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, round seed pods. The seedlings have a tuft of small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia cerandra 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 cerandra
Thibaudia cerandra is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Thibaudia cerandra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia cerandra?
Thibaudia cerandra
What is the common name of Thibaudia cerandra?
Cerandra Thibaudia
What is the habitat of Thibaudia cerandra?
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