Tessmannia dewildemaniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dewildemaniana
ID:
171725
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.53: 463 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171054
Common Names
- Tessmannia dewildemaniana
- Dewildeman's Tessmannia
- Tessmannia
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Tessmannia dewildemaniana (also called De Wildeman's Tessmannia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Tessmannia dewildemaniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a source of firewood and for making charcoal.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tessmannia dewildemaniana var. dewildemanianaTessmannia dewildemaniana var. leucocalyx Harms
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tessmannia dewildemaniana has yellow flowers with five petals and a five-lobed calyx. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Tessmannia dewildemaniana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It is found in dry, rocky areas, and can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in the garden. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent positions when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted out immediately.
Where to Find Tessmannia dewildemaniana
Tessmannia dewildemaniana is native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest, usually in moist, shady areas.
Tessmannia dewildemaniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tessmannia dewildemaniana?
Tessmannia dewildemaniana
What is the common name of Tessmannia dewildemaniana?
Dewildeman's Tessmannia
What is the natural habitat of Tessmannia dewildemaniana?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Tessmannia genus
Tessmannia africana, Tessmannia anomala, Tessmannia baikiaeoides, Tessmannia burttii, Tessmannia camoneana, Tessmannia copallifera, Tessmannia dawei, Tessmannia densiflora, Tessmannia dewildemaniana, Tessmannia lescrauwaetii, Tessmannia martiniana, Tessmannia yangambiensis, Tessmannia baikieaoides, Tessmannia korupensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Tessmannia dewildemaniana Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.