Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
odontites
ID:
411149

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) B.Hansen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 8: 228 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410481



Common Names

  • Odontites Thysanostigma
  • Odontites Thysanostigma
  • Thysanostigma Odontites


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Description

Thysanostigma odontites (also called 'Tooth-Bearing Thysanostigma' and 'Tooth-Bearing Star Cactus', among many other common names) is a small, globular cactus native to South Africa. It has short, cylindrical stems with a diameter of up to 4 cm, and is covered with spines. It is found in rocky, dry areas and in grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanostigma odontites is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thunbergia usambarica has small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually white with yellow or purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanostigma odontites is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Thysanostigma odontites

Thysanostigma odontites is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Thysanostigma odontites FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanostigma odontites?

Thysanostigma odontites

What is the common name of Thysanostigma odontites?

Odontites Clock Vine

Where does Thysanostigma odontites originate from?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Thysanostigma genus

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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Bertel Hansen (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hansen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:945373-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.