Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
petersiana
ID:
571096

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 173 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570428

Common Names

  • Peters' Thalia
  • Peters' Water-platter
  • Peters' Water-lily

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Description

Thalia petersiana (also called Alligator Weed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico south to Argentina. It grows in moist soils, such as wetlands, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Thalia petersiana is used for medicinal purposes, as well as for fuelwood and charcoal. It is also used for construction of furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thalia petersiana has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thalia petersiana is a medium-sized tree that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedbed and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and rooted in a medium of sand and peat moss. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, shaded area until they have rooted.

Where to Find Thalia petersiana

Thalia petersiana is native to Central and South America, and can be found in wetland habitats in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela.

Thalia petersiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thalia petersiana?

Thalia petersiana

What type of plant is Thalia petersiana?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Thalia petersiana native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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