Tibisia angustifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nash) C.D.Tyrrell, Londoño & L.G.Clark
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Taxon 67: 926 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428786
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tibisia angustifolia (also called Tibisia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in wet, tropical climates and is often found in marshes and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Tibisia angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tibisia angustifolia has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in an inflorescence. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tibisia angustifolia can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Tibisia angustifolia
Tibisia angustifolia can be found in the Yunnan province of China.
Tibisia angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tibisia angustifolia?
Tibisia angustifolia
What is the common name of Tibisia angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved Tibisia
What is the natural habitat of Tibisia angustifolia?
It is found in dry and rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.
Species in the Tibisia genus
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,
References
George Valentine Nash (1864-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nash' in the authors string.
Ximena Londoño (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Londoño' in the authors string.
Lynn G. Clark (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.Clark' in the authors string.
Christopher D. Tyrrell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Tyrrell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77192378-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].