Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Numer. List [Wallich] n. 754. 1829
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457617
Common Names
- Loranthiflora Thibaudia
- Loranthifloral Thibaudia
- Loranthifloral Thibaudian
Description
Thibaudia loranthiflora (also called 'Loranth-Flowered Thibaudia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to Madagascar and typically grows in rocky and sandy habitats. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. Its flowers are white and tubular.
Uses & Benefits
Thibaudia loranthiflora is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent. It is also used as a dye and for tanning leather.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thibaudia loranthiflora has small, yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia loranthiflora is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Thibaudia loranthiflora
Thibaudia loranthiflora is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Thibaudia loranthiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia loranthiflora?
Thibaudia loranthiflora
What is the family of Thibaudia loranthiflora?
Thymelaeaceae
What is the habitat of Thibaudia loranthiflora?
Tropical rainforests
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