Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflata
ID:
1049549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luteyn

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 54: 299 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001048887

Common Names

  • Thibaudia inflata
  • Thibaudia
  • Inflata

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Description

Thibaudia inflata (also called 'Inflated Thibaudia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thibaudia inflata is a popular ornamental shrub that is used in landscaping and gardening. It is known for its bright yellow-orange flowers and attractive foliage, making it a great choice for a garden centerpiece. It is also a great choice for erosion control, as its strong root system helps to hold soil in place.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thibaudia inflata has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thibaudia inflata prefers moist, acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Propagation is by seed, semi-hardwood cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Thibaudia inflata

Thibaudia inflata is native to the Himalayas and can be found in the mountains of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

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