Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subcrenulata
ID:
408892

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch ex Meisn.) Hoerold

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 42: 275 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408224

Common Names

  • Thibaudia Subcrenulata
  • Subcrenulate Thibaudia
  • Subcrenulate Tree

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Description

Thibaudia subcrenulata (also called Subcrenulate Thibaudia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has glossy, leathery leaves and clusters of white flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Thibaudia subcrenulata 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 flowers of Thibaudia subcrenulata are white, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thibaudia subcrenulata 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 subcrenulata requires minimal pruning and is relatively easy to care for.

Where to Find Thibaudia subcrenulata

Thibaudia subcrenulata is found in Costa Rica.

Thibaudia subcrenulata FAQ

What is the common name of Thibaudia subcrenulata?

Subcrenulate Thibaudia

What is the natural habitat of Thibaudia subcrenulata?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Thibaudia subcrenulata?

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