Thibaudia rigidiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 28: 418 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408232
Common Names
- Thibaudia Rigidiflora
- Rigid-Flowered Thibaudia
- Rigid-Flowered Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thibaudia rigidiflora (also called Rigid-flowered 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 rigidiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, sore throat, and skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thibaudia rigidiflora is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single, white root.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia rigidiflora is a tropical perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Thibaudia rigidiflora requires minimal pruning and is relatively easy to care for.
Where to Find Thibaudia rigidiflora
Thibaudia rigidiflora is found in Costa Rica.
Thibaudia rigidiflora FAQ
What is the common name of Thibaudia rigidiflora?
Rigid-flowered Thibaudia
What is the natural habitat of Thibaudia rigidiflora?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flower color of Thibaudia rigidiflora?
Orange
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
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.