Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cubensis
ID:
458279

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Hist. Fis. Cuba, Bot. 11: 73 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457611

Common Names

  • Cubensis Thibaudia
  • Cubensian Thibaudia
  • Cubensian Thibaudian

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Description

Thibaudia cubensis (also called 'Cuban Thibaudia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to the Caribbean region and typically grows in rocky and sandy habitats. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. Its flowers are white and tubular.

Uses & Benefits

Thibaudia cubensis is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent. It is also used as a dye and for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thibaudia cubensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thibaudia cubensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Thibaudia cubensis

Thibaudia cubensis is native to Cuba and can be found in the Cuban provinces of Pinar del Rio and La Habana.

Thibaudia cubensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thibaudia cubensis?

Thibaudia cubensis

What is the family of Thibaudia cubensis?

Thymelaeaceae

Where is Thibaudia cubensis found?

Cuba

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