Thibaudia cinnamomifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Willd. ex Walp.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 2: 1087 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457646
Common Names
- Thibaudia cinnamomifolia
- Cinnamomifolia Thibaudia
- Cinnamomifolia-Leaved Thibaudia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thibaudia cinnamomifolia (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 cinnamomifolia 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 cinnamomifolia 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia cinnamomifolia 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 cinnamomifolia
Thibaudia cinnamomifolia is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Thibaudia cinnamomifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia cinnamomifolia?
Thibaudia cinnamomifolia
What is the common name of Thibaudia cinnamomifolia?
Cinnamon-leaved Thibaudia
What is the habitat of Thibaudia cinnamomifolia?
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
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.