Thunbergia nepalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nepalensis
ID:
1582544
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bh.Adhikari & J.R.I.Wood
Source:
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 68: 652 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200027084
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thunbergia nepalensis (also called Nepal Thunbergia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem and large, leathery leaves. It is native to Nepal and grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Thunbergia nepalensis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thunbergia nepalensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with bright green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thunbergia nepalensis is a perennial climber that is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Thunbergia nepalensis
Thunbergia nepalensis can be found in the Himalayan region of Nepal.
Thunbergia nepalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thunbergia nepalensis?
Thunbergia nepalensis
What is the common name of Thunbergia nepalensis?
Nepalese Thunbergia
Where is Thunbergia nepalensis native to?
Nepal
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
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.