Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
thuja
ID:
131868

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merxm.) Koek.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 29(1): 73 (1999): (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131197



Common Names

  • Thuja
  • Cedar Leaf
  • Cedar Leaf Oil


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Description

Amphiglossa thuja (also called Thuja, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and North America. It has a single stem with alternate, scale-like leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It typically grows in woodlands, hedgerows, and other shady, moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amphiglossa thuja is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amphiglossa thuja is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphiglossa thuja can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Amphiglossa thuja

Amphiglossa thuja is native to the Mediterranean region.

Amphiglossa thuja FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphiglossa thuja?

Amphiglossa thuja

What type of plant is Amphiglossa thuja?

A herb

Where is Amphiglossa thuja found?

It is found in the temperate regions of Europe

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-92073: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Merxmüller (1920-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merxm.' in the authors string.
Marinda Koekemoer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koek.' in the authors string.