Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involucrata
ID:
408956

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 58: 440 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408288

Common Names

  • Thibaudia involucrata
  • Involucrata Thibaudia
  • Thibaudia

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Synonyms

  • Thibaudia jauaensis Steyerm. & Maguire [valid]

Description

Thibaudia involucrata (also called Involucrate thibaudia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with leathery, glossy leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Thibaudia involucrata 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

Thibaudia involucrata has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thibaudia involucrata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Thibaudia involucrata

Thibaudia involucrata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found in moist forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.

Thibaudia involucrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thibaudia involucrata?

Thibaudia involucrata

What are the common names of Thibaudia involucrata?

The common names of Thibaudia involucrata are the involucrate thibaudia and the involucrate waxflower

What is the natural habitat of Thibaudia involucrata?

Thibaudia involucrata 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