Thibaudia sessiliflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Luteyn
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 54: 295 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001232271
Common Names
- Thibaudia
- Sessile-flowered Thibaudia
- Tepui-laurel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thibaudia sessiliflora (also called Thibaudia sessiliflora, among many other common names) is a species of Thibaudia, native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves. It prefers moist, shaded habitats such as woodlands and rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Thibaudia sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thibaudia sessiliflora is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling of Thibaudia sessiliflora is a small, green plant with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia sessiliflora is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. To propagate by seeds, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from the plant and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Thibaudia sessiliflora
Thibaudia sessiliflora can be found in the montane forests of Central America.
Thibaudia sessiliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia sessiliflora?
Thibaudia sessiliflora
What type of plant is Thibaudia sessiliflora?
It is a shrub
Where is Thibaudia sessiliflora native to?
It is native to South Africa
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.
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.