Thibaudia rhodoroides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lamb. ex Dunal
Source:
ksu
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 7(2): 554. 1839 [late Dec 1839]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457620
Common Names
- Rhodoroides Thibaudia
- Rhodoroidesal Thibaudia
- Rhodoroidesal Thibaudian
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thibaudia rhodoroides (also called 'Rhododendron-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 rhodoroides 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 rhodoroides 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia rhodoroides can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Thibaudia rhodoroides
Thibaudia rhodoroides is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Thibaudia rhodoroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia rhodoroides?
Thibaudia rhodoroides
What is the family of Thibaudia rhodoroides?
Thymelaeaceae
What is the habitat of Thibaudia rhodoroides?
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
References
Aylmer Bourke Lambert (1761-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamb.' in the authors string.
Michel Félix Dunal (1789-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunal' in the authors string.