Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 40: 473 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235437
Common Names
- Thibaudia Grantii
- Grantii Thibaudia
- Grantii Plant
Description
Thibaudia grantii (also called Grant's Thibaudia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and small, dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Thibaudia grantii is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thibaudia grantii has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia grantii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings, and prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown indoors or outdoors.
Where to Find Thibaudia grantii
Thibaudia grantii is native to tropical forests in Central and South America.
Thibaudia grantii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia grantii?
Thibaudia grantii
What is the common name of Thibaudia grantii?
Grant's thibaudia
What is the natural habitat of Thibaudia grantii?
Tropical and subtropical moist 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