Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Miss. Ém. Laurent : 180 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410139
Common Names
- Laurentii Thomandersia
- Laurentii Thomandersia Vine
- Thomandersia Laurentii
Description
Thomandersia laurentii (also called Laurent'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 laurentii is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food and fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thomandersia laurentii 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 laurentii 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 laurentii
Thomandersia laurentii is native to India and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Western Ghats.
Thomandersia laurentii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thomandersia laurentii?
Thomandersia laurentii
What is the common name of Thomandersia laurentii?
Laurent's Thomandersia
What are the characteristics of Thomandersia laurentii?
Thomandersia laurentii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers.
Species in the Thomandersia genus
Species in the Thomandersiaceae family
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:56169-1: 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].