Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thomasiana
ID:
618490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Alonso

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 19(1–2): 102 (1997).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617822

Common Names

  • Thomasiana Condalia
  • Condalia Thomasiana
  • Thomasiana

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Description

Condalia thomasiana (also called Texas Kidneywood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Rhamnaceae family. It is native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, and is found in desert and chaparral habitats. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Condalia thomasiana is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Condalia thomasiana is a white to pinkish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Condalia thomasiana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and prefers full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Condalia thomasiana

Condalia thomasiana is native to Central America and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Condalia thomasiana FAQ

What is the common name of Condalia thomasiana?

Thomas' Condalia

What is the natural habitat of Condalia thomasiana?

Dry forests, scrublands, and woodlands

What is the average height of Condalia thomasiana?

2-4 m

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References