Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
1048686

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Hoerold

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 42: 275 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001048024

Common Names

  • Thibaudia parvifolia
  • Parvifolia Thibaudia
  • Parvifolia Dog Hobble

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Uses & Benefits

Thibaudia parvifolia is a shrub native to the southeastern United States. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife. The leaves of this plant are edible and can be used to make teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Thibaudia parvifolia are small, white and tubular, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thibaudia parvifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Thibaudia parvifolia

Thibaudia parvifolia is native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, often near streams.

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