Deilanthe thudichumii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.Bolus) S.A.Hammer
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 67: 173. 1995.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639294
Common Names
- Deilanthe thudichumii
- Thudichumii Deilanthe
- Deilanthe Thudichumii
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- Nananthus thudichumii (L.Bolus) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
- Aloinopsis thudichumii L.Bolus [unknown]
Description
Deilanthe thudichumii (also called Thudichum's False-Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial native to Bolivia and Paraguay. It has lance-shaped leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, open forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Deilanthe thudichumii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Deilanthe thudichumii are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Deilanthe thudichumii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but it can also be propagated from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Deilanthe thudichumii
Deilanthe thudichumii is native to tropical Africa and is found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is found in lowland rainforest and montane forest.
Deilanthe thudichumii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deilanthe thudichumii?
Deilanthe thudichumii
What is the common name of Deilanthe thudichumii?
Thudichum's Pineapple Lily
What is the natural habitat of Deilanthe thudichumii?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Deilanthe genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Steven Allen Hammer (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Hammer' in the authors string.
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