Thibaudia falconensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn & Lebron-Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 14: 167 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408283
Common Names
- Thibaudia falconensis
- Falcon's Thibaudia
- Thibaudia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thibaudia falconensis (also called 'Falcon 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 falconensis 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 falconensis are white and tubular. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia falconensis 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 falconensis
Thibaudia falconensis is native to Venezuela. It can be found in moist forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.
Thibaudia falconensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia falconensis?
Thibaudia falconensis
What are the common names of Thibaudia falconensis?
The common names of Thibaudia falconensis are the Falcon thibaudia and the Falcon waxflower
What is the natural habitat of Thibaudia falconensis?
Thibaudia falconensis is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America
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
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.
María L. Lebron-Luteyn (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lebron-Luteyn' in the authors string.