Status:
valid
Authors:
Hedrén & Vollesen
Source:
ksu
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 16: 441 (1996 publ. 1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729073
Common Names
- Ichthyostoma thulinii
- Thulin's Ichthyostoma
- Thulin's Fishbone
Description
Ichthyostoma thulinii (also called Thulin's Ichthyostoma, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to Africa. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with small white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ichthyostoma thulinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ichthyostoma thulinii is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow-green stripes. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ichthyostoma thulinii is a perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed sown in spring or autumn, or by cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Ichthyostoma thulinii
Ichthyostoma thulinii is native to Central America, particularly in Costa Rica and Panama.
Ichthyostoma thulinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ichthyostoma thulinii?
Ichthyostoma thulinii
What type of plant is Ichthyostoma thulinii?
It is a flowering plant
What is the natural habitat of Ichthyostoma thulinii?
It is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Ichthyostoma genus
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,