Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
tro
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 29: 180 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047815
Common Names
- Croat's Thibaudia
- Thibaudia croatii
- Croat's Waxflower
Description
Thibaudia croatii (also called 'Croatian Thibaudia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean islands. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas at high altitudes.
Uses & Benefits
Thibaudia croatii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thibaudia croatii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny berry. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia croatii is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Thibaudia croatii
Thibaudia croatii is found in South Africa.
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