Thunbergia cycnium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cycnium
ID:
410888
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
cmp
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 18: 194 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410220
Common Names
- Cycnium Thunbergia
- Thunbergia cycnium
- Cycnium Four-lobed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thunbergia cycnium (also called Cycnia Trumpet Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with white, trumpet-shaped flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thunbergia cycnium is a popular ornamental plant, often used in hanging baskets and as a ground cover. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thunbergia cycnium is a bright yellow, trumpet-shaped bloom with a long, slender tube. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thunbergia cycnium can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to water regularly and fertilize occasionally. Pruning may be necessary to keep the plant looking its best.
Where to Find Thunbergia cycnium
Thunbergia cycnium is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Thunbergia cycnium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thunbergia cycnium?
Thunbergia cycnium
What type of plant is Thunbergia cycnium?
It is a shrub
Where is Thunbergia cycnium native to?
It is native to Tanzania
Species in the Thunbergia genus
Thunbergia kirkii, Thunbergia liebrechtsiana, Thunbergia lamellata, Thunbergia lancifolia, Thunbergia ilocana, Thunbergia hossei, Thunbergia huillensis, Thunbergia kangeanensis, Thunbergia javanica, Thunbergia jayii, Thunbergia mauginii, Thunbergia nivea, Thunbergia erythraeae, Thunbergia malangana, Thunbergia mechowii, Thunbergia macalensis, Thunbergia fragrans, Thunbergia eymae, Thunbergia fasciculata, Thunbergia geoffrayi, Thunbergia hirsuta, Thunbergia hastata, Thunbergia hawtayneana, Thunbergia hebecocca, Thunbergia hederifolia, Thunbergia gossweileri, Thunbergia grandiflora, Thunbergia gregorii, Thunbergia oubanguiensis, Thunbergia pynaertii, Thunbergia ridleyi, Thunbergia quadricostata, Thunbergia recasa, Thunbergia retefolia, Thunbergia quadrialata, Thunbergia palawanensis, Thunbergia papilionacea, Thunbergia papuana, Thunbergia parviflora, Thunbergia parvifolia, Thunbergia pleistodonta, Thunbergia paulitschkeana, Thunbergia stenochlamys, Thunbergia smilacifolia, Thunbergia subcordatifolia, Thunbergia rogersii, Thunbergia sessilis, Thunbergia siantanensis, Thunbergia similis, Thunbergia erecta,
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,
References
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.