Inversodicraea thollonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thollonii
ID:
1318154
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Cheek
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-55: 2 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330608
Common Names
- Thollonii Inversodicraea
- Inversodicraea Thollonii
- Thollonii Inversodicraea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Inversodicraea thollonii (also called Thollon's Inversodicraea, among many other common names) is a low-growing, perennial plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, leathery, evergreen leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky, alpine meadows and on rocky slopes and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Inversodicraea thollonii is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Inversodicraea thollonii is a small, white or pinkish-purple bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Inversodicraea thollonii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or autumn, and division should be done in the spring. The plant prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Inversodicraea thollonii
Inversodicraea thollonii is found in the tropical rainforests of East Africa.
Inversodicraea thollonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inversodicraea thollonii?
Inversodicraea thollonii
What is the common name of Inversodicraea thollonii?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Inversodicraea thollonii?
It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia
Species in the Inversodicraea genus
Inversodicraea abbayesii, Inversodicraea cristata, Inversodicraea kamerunensis, Inversodicraea pygmaea, Inversodicraea variabilis, Inversodicraea ledermannii, Inversodicraea mortonii, Inversodicraea gabonensis, Inversodicraea boumiensis, Inversodicraea harrisii, Inversodicraea paulsitae, Inversodicraea torrei, Inversodicraea thollonii, Inversodicraea pepehabai, Inversodicraea achoundongii, Inversodicraea ntemensis, Inversodicraea cussetiana,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,
References
Martin Cheek (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheek' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60473135-2: Based on the initial data import