Timonius albus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Volkens
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 31: 475 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000325120
Common Names
- Timonius albus
- Albus Timonius
- White Timonius
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Timonius albus (also called White Timonius, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Africa. It grows to a height of 15-30 cm, with small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in the savannah and scrublands of Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Timonius albus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Timonius albus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black, while the seedlings are short and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Timonius albus is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Timonius albus
Timonius albus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Timonius albus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Timonius albus?
Timonius albus
What is the common name of Timonius albus?
White Timonius
What is the natural habitat of Timonius albus?
Open woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Timonius genus
Timonius affinis, Timonius albus, Timonius amboinicus, Timonius amungwiwanensis, Timonius appendiculatus, Timonius arboreus, Timonius argenteus, Timonius auriculatus, Timonius avenis, Timonius balansanus, Timonius belensis, Timonius billitonensis, Timonius bismarckensis, Timonius bogoriensis, Timonius borneensis, Timonius bougainvillensis, Timonius bracteatus, Timonius branderhorstii, Timonius carstensensis, Timonius caudatifolius, Timonius caudatus, Timonius celebicus, Timonius clementis, Timonius confertiflorus, Timonius corneri, Timonius corymbosus, Timonius cryptophlebus, Timonius cuneatus, Timonius decipiens, Timonius densiflorus, Timonius diffusus, Timonius dolichophyllus, Timonius elegans, Timonius enderianus, Timonius epiphyticus, Timonius esherianus, Timonius eximius, Timonius ferrugineus, Timonius filipes, Timonius finlaysonianus, Timonius flavescens, Timonius fuscus, Timonius gammillii, Timonius glabrior, Timonius gracilipes, Timonius grandifolius, Timonius hentyi, Timonius heptamerus, Timonius hirsutus, Timonius hydrangeifolius,
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-205814: Based on the initial data import
Georg Volkens (1855-1917): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Volkens' in the authors string.