Thunbergia cynanchifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cynanchifolia
ID:
410889
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 475 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410221
Common Names
- Cynanchifolia Thunbergia
- Thunbergia cynanchifolia
- Cynanchifolia Four-lobed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thunbergia cynanchifolia (also called Cynanchifolia 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 cynanchifolia 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 white and pink flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thunbergia cynanchifolia is a white to pale blue trumpet-shaped flower with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of true leaves.
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Thunbergia cynanchifolia 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 cynanchifolia
Thunbergia cynanchifolia is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Thunbergia cynanchifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thunbergia cynanchifolia?
Thunbergia cynanchifolia
What type of plant is Thunbergia cynanchifolia?
It is a shrub
Where is Thunbergia cynanchifolia 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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.