Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot. , sér. 5, 1: 312 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410150
Common Names
- Butayei Thomandersia
- Butayei Thomandersia Vine
- Thomandersia Butayei
Description
Thomandersia butayei (also called Butaye's Thomandersia, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It has ovate leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist forests, along riverbanks and in other areas with high humidity.
Uses & Benefits
Thomandersia butayei is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food and fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thomandersia butayei is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have a rosette of narrow, grass-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thomandersia butayei is a shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Thomandersia butayei
Thomandersia butayei is found in tropical Africa.
Thomandersia butayei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thomandersia butayei?
Thomandersia butayei
What is the family of Thomandersia butayei?
Acanthaceae
What is the common name of Thomandersia butayei?
Butay's Thomandersia
Species in the Thomandersia genus
Species in the Thomandersiaceae family
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:56166-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].