Thelasis angustifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
323506
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 12: 432 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322838
Common Names
- Thelasis angustifolia
- Angustifolia Thelasis
- Angustifolia Thelasis Plant
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- Rhynchophreatia angustifolia Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Thelasis angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Thelasis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America and is found in lowland and montane rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thelasis angustifolia is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic and for treating digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thelasis angustifolia has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thelasis angustifolia is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Thelasis angustifolia
Thelasis angustifolia can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Thelasis angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelasis angustifolia?
Thelasis angustifolia
What is the family of Thelasis angustifolia?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Thelasis angustifolia?
Madagascar
Species in the Thelasis genus
Thelasis angustifolia, Thelasis bifolia, Thelasis borneensis, Thelasis capitata, Thelasis carinata, Thelasis carnosa, Thelasis cebolleta, Thelasis celebica, Thelasis compacta, Thelasis copelandii, Thelasis cycloglossa, Thelasis gautierensis, Thelasis globiceps, Thelasis javanica, Thelasis khasiana, Thelasis longifolia, Thelasis macrobulbon, Thelasis mamberamensis, Thelasis micrantha, Thelasis obtusa, Thelasis pygmaea, Thelasis rhomboglossa, Thelasis sphaerocarpa, Thelasis succosa, Thelasis variabilis, Thelasis pygmaea, Thelasis perpusilla, Thelasis wariana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-203605: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.