Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
ksu
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 861 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457614
Common Names
- Myrtoidea Thibaudia
- Myrtoideal Thibaudia
- Myrtoideal Thibaudian
Description
Thibaudia myrtoidea (also called 'Myrtle-Leaved 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 myrtoidea 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 myrtoidea 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 myrtoidea 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 myrtoidea
Thibaudia myrtoidea is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Thibaudia myrtoidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia myrtoidea?
Thibaudia myrtoidea
What is the family of Thibaudia myrtoidea?
Thymelaeaceae
Where is Thibaudia myrtoidea found?
Madagascar
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