Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
323831

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brongn.) Baum.-Bod.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Syst. Fl. Neu-Caledonien 5: 98 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323163

Common Names

  • Thiollierea macrophylla
  • Macrophylla Thiollierea
  • Macrophylla Tree

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Synonyms

  • Thiollierea fritillarioides (Schltr.) Baum.-Bod. [unknown]
  • Bikkia fritillarioides Schltr. [valid]
  • Bikkia fulgida S.Moore [valid]
  • Bikkia macrophylla K.Schum. [valid]
  • Bikkia macrophylla fritillarioides (Brongn.) N.Hallé & Jérémie [valid]
  • Cormigonus fritillariodes Kuntze [valid]
  • Cormigonus macrophylla Kuntze [valid]
  • Grisia fritillarioides Brongn. [valid]
  • Grisia macrophylla Brongn. [valid]
  • Bikkia macrophylla obovata Brongn. & Gris ex Guillaumin [invalid]

Description

Thiollierea macrophylla (also called the Large-leaved Thiollierea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a perennial herb with a single, erect, glabrous stem, reaching up to 40 cm in height. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thiollierea macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thiollierea macrophylla has a single, star-shaped flower with six petals and sepals. The petals are usually yellow or white. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thiollierea macrophylla can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots, and then planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Thiollierea macrophylla

Thiollierea macrophylla can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Thiollierea macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thiollierea macrophylla?

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What is the common name of Thiollierea macrophylla?

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What is the natural habitat of Thiollierea macrophylla?

Thiollierea macrophylla is native to the tropical regions of South America

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-203920: Based on the initial data import
Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Marcel Gustav Baumann-Bodenheim (1920-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baum.-Bod.' in the authors string.