Thunbergia sessilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessilis
ID:
410795
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindau
Source:
cmp
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 17: 96 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410127
Common Names
- Thunbergia Sessilis
- Sessile Thunbergia
- Sessile Clock Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thunbergia sessilis (also called Sessile Thunbergia, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial climber native to tropical Africa. It has ovate leaves and produces trumpet-shaped, white or yellow flowers. It is found in moist forests, along riverbanks and in other areas with high humidity.
Uses & Benefits
Thunbergia sessilis is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that can be used as a ground cover or as a climber. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thunbergia sessilis is a white or pale yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with white or pale yellow flowers and long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thunbergia sessilis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a sunny location.
Where to Find Thunbergia sessilis
Thunbergia sessilis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Thunbergia sessilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thunbergia sessilis?
Thunbergia sessilis
What is the family of Thunbergia sessilis?
Acanthaceae
Where is Thunbergia sessilis found?
It is found in tropical Africa
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
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.