Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
procumbens
ID:
458093

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Fern. & R.Fern.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 26: 266 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457425

Common Names

  • Thymelaea procumbens
  • Prostrate Thymelaea
  • Prostrate-Leaved Thymelaea

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Synonyms

  • Thymelaea coridifolia procumbens (A.Fern. & R.Fern.) Malag. [unknown]

Description

Thymelaea procumbens (also called 'Procumbent Thymelaea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Angola, Namibia, and South Africa, and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thymelaea procumbens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thymelaea procumbens is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea procumbens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Thymelaea procumbens

Thymelaea procumbens is native to Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Thymelaea procumbens FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Thymelaea procumbens?

Thymelaea procumbens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What is the average height of Thymelaea procumbens?

Thymelaea procumbens typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.

What is the average life span of Thymelaea procumbens?

Thymelaea procumbens typically lives for up to 10 years.

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2518146: Based on the initial data import
Rosette Batarda Fernandes (1916-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Fern.' in the authors string.
Abílio Fernandes (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fern.' in the authors string.