Thelasis gautierensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gautierensis
ID:
323529
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 12: 432 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322861
Common Names
- Thelasis gautierensis
- Gautierensis Thelasis
- Gautierensis's Thelasis
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- Rhynchophreatia gautierensis Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Thelasis gautierensis (also called Gautier's 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 gautierensis 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 gautierensis 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 gautierensis is an evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by stem cuttings in late spring.
Where to Find Thelasis gautierensis
Thelasis gautierensis can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Thelasis gautierensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelasis gautierensis?
Thelasis gautierensis
What is the common name of Thelasis gautierensis?
Gautiere's Thelasis
What type of plant is Thelasis gautierensis?
Herb
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-203626: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.