Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
323793

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 247 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323125



Common Names

  • Thevetia amazonica
  • Amazonian Thevetia
  • Yellow Oleander


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Description

Thevetia amazonica (also called the Amazon Thevetia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a perennial herb with a single, erect, glabrous stem, reaching up to 40 cm in height. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thevetia amazonica is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thevetia amazonica has a single, star-shaped flower with six petals and sepals. The petals are usually yellow or white. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thevetia amazonica is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Thevetia amazonica

Thevetia amazonica can be found in South America.

Thevetia amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thevetia amazonica?

Thevetia amazonica

What is the family of Thevetia amazonica?

Apocynaceae

What is the natural habitat of Thevetia amazonica?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

Species in the Thevetia genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-203881: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.