Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
laevis
ID:
1245101

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Nees

Source:
tro

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 3: 77 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001244439



Common Names

  • Thunbergia laevis
  • Laevis Thunbergia
  • Thunbergia Laevis


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Description

Thunbergia laevis (also called Blue Sky Vine, Bengal Clock Vine, and Clock Vine, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing vine native to tropical Africa. It has heart-shaped leaves and produces bright blue flowers with yellow throats. It is found in woodlands, savannas, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thunbergia laevis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thunbergia laevis var. vestita (Nees) L.H.Cramer
Thunbergia laevis var. parviflora (Trimen) L.H.Cramer
Thunbergia laevis var. laevis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thunbergia laevis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thunbergia laevis is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody climber that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is best propagated by cuttings taken from semi-hardwood stems. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10-15 cm in length. They should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into larger pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Thunbergia laevis

Thunbergia laevis is native to Africa and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Thunbergia laevis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thunbergia laevis?

Thunbergia laevis

What is the common name of Thunbergia laevis?

Smooth Thunbergia

What is the natural habitat of Thunbergia laevis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests of Central and South America

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.