Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setigera
ID:
458359

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

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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.

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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