Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Numer. List [Wallich] n. 752. 1829
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457691
Common Names
- Thibaudia setigera
- Setigera's Thibaudia
- Thibaudia's Setigera
Description
Thibaudia setigera (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 setigera 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 setigera 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thibaudia setigera is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Thibaudia setigera
Thibaudia setigera is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Thibaudia setigera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thibaudia setigera?
Thibaudia setigera
What is the common name of Thibaudia setigera?
Setiger Thibaudia
Where is Thibaudia setigera found?
Thibaudia setigera 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