Thibaudia domingensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 319 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408267
Common Names
- Domingensis Thibaudia
- Thibaudia Domingensis
- Dominican Thibaudia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thibaudia domingensis (also called 'Domingo Thibaudia', among many other common names) is a small shrub with a woody stem and a dense crown of leaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It grows in moist forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thibaudia domingensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Thibaudia domingensis are white, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia domingensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Thibaudia domingensis
Thibaudia domingensis is native to the Dominican Republic. It can be found in moist forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.
Thibaudia domingensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia domingensis?
Thibaudia domingensis
What are the common names of Thibaudia domingensis?
The common names of Thibaudia domingensis are the Dominican waxflower and the Dominican thibaudia
What is the natural habitat of Thibaudia domingensis?
Thibaudia domingensis is native to the Dominican Republic
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
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.