Tessmannia martiniana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
martiniana
ID:
171747
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.53: 463 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171076
Common Names
- Tessmannia martiniana
- Martin's Tessmannia
- Martin's Peavine
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- Tessmannia martiniana martiniana [unknown]
- Tessmannia martiniana pauloi J.Léonard [valid]
Description
Tessmannia martiniana (also called Martin'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 martiniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tessmannia martiniana is a small, white to pink, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a single, white to pink, bell-shaped flower.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tessmannia martiniana is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°F. It can be pruned to keep it from becoming too tall or leggy.
Where to Find Tessmannia martiniana
Tessmannia martiniana is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Tessmannia martiniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tessmannia martiniana?
Tessmannia martiniana
What is the common name of Tessmannia martiniana?
Martin's Tessmannia
What is the natural habitat of Tessmannia martiniana?
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 martiniana Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.