Thibaudia schlimiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Linden
Source:
ksu
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Cat. Gén. 6: 4 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457694
Common Names
- Thibaudia schlimiana
- Schlim's Thiabudia
- Schlimiana Thiabudia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thibaudia schlimiana (also called Virgin's bower, among many other common names) is a perennial woody vine native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a climbing habit and can reach up to 8 m in length. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in forests, woodlands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Thibaudia schlimiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thibaudia schlimiana flowers are small, yellowish-green in colour, and have four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia schlimiana is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody climber. It can be propagated by stem cuttings, layering, or air layering. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and coastal conditions.
Where to Find Thibaudia schlimiana
Thibaudia schlimiana is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Thibaudia schlimiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia schlimiana?
Thibaudia schlimiana
What is the common name of Thibaudia schlimiana?
Schlim's Thibaudia
Where is Thibaudia schlimiana found?
Thibaudia schlimiana is found in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam
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
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.