Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
propinqua
ID:
1416314

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brongn. & Gris) Paudyal & Delprete

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 187(3): 392. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428779


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Description

Thiollierea propinqua (also called Thiollierea, 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

Thiollierea propinqua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its edible fruits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thiollierea propinqua has small, white flowers that are clustered together in an inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thiollierea propinqua is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-5 feet (1-1.5 m). It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the same soil.

Where to Find Thiollierea propinqua

Thiollierea propinqua can be found in the Yunnan province of China.

Thiollierea propinqua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thiollierea propinqua?

Thiollierea propinqua

Where is Thiollierea propinqua native to?

Central and South America

What is the growth habit of Thiollierea propinqua?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit

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

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.
Sushil K. Paudyal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paudyal' in the authors string.