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
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.
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 Amphiglossa genus
Amphiglossa susannae,
Amphiglossa tomentosa,
Amphiglossa corrudaefolia,
Amphiglossa grisea,
Amphiglossa tecta,
Amphiglossa rudolphii,
Amphiglossa thuja,
Amphiglossa callunoides,
Amphiglossa celans,
Amphiglossa foliosa,
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
Marinda Koekemoer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koek.' in the authors string.