Apodytes thouvenotii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Metteniusales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thouvenotii
ID:
541547
Status:
valid
Authors:
Danguy
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 1922, xxviii. 248.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540879
Common Names
- Thouvenot's Pearwood
- Thouvenot's Ironwood
- White Pearwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Apodytes dimidiata thouvenotii (Danguy) H.Perrier [unknown]
Description
Apodytes thouvenotii (also called Thouvenot's Apodytes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Apodytes thouvenotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Apodytes thouvenotii has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Apodytes thouvenotii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Apodytes thouvenotii
Apodytes thouvenotii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas.
Apodytes thouvenotii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apodytes thouvenotii?
Apodytes thouvenotii
What is the common name of Apodytes thouvenotii?
White pear
What is the natural habitat of Apodytes thouvenotii?
Moist forests
Species in the Apodytes genus
Species in the Metteniusaceae family
Apodytes bebile, Apodytes abbottii, Apodytes brachystylis, Apodytes clusiifolia, Apodytes dimidiata, Apodytes geldenhuysii, Apodytes grandifolia, Apodytes thouvenotii, Metteniusa edulis, Metteniusa nucifera, Metteniusa tessmanniana, Metteniusa cogolloi, Poraqueiba paraensis, Poraqueiba sericea, Poraqueiba guianensis, Rhaphiostylis poggei, Rhaphiostylis preussii, Rhaphiostylis beninensis, Rhaphiostylis fusca, Rhaphiostylis ovatifolia, Rhaphiostylis parvifolia, Rhaphiostylis subsessilifolia, Rhaphiostylis ferruginea, Rhaphiostylis cordifolia, Rhaphiostylis elegans, Rhaphiostylis madagascariensis, Rhaphiostylis minima,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644306: Based on the initial data import
Paul Auguste Danguy (1862-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danguy' in the authors string.