Tynanthus micranthus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micranthus
ID:
781189
Status:
valid
Authors:
Corr.Méllo ex K.Schum.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3b): 221 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780522
Common Names
- Tynanthus micranthus
- Micranthus Tynanthus
- Tynanthus
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Tynanthus micranthus (also called Small-flowered Tynanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to two meters in height. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia, and is found in heathland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tynanthus micranthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber, as it is a hardwood. It has a beautiful yellow flower which is used for making dyes and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tynanthus micranthus is a small, pink, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
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Tynanthus micranthus can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It is also possible to propagate Tynanthus micranthus by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Tynanthus micranthus
Tynanthus micranthus is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Tynanthus micranthus FAQ
What is the common name of Tynanthus micranthus?
Small-flowered Tynanthus
What is the natural habitat of Tynanthus micranthus?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What are the uses of Tynanthus micranthus?
Ornamental, timber, medicinal
Species in the Tynanthus genus
Tynanthus labiatus, Tynanthus guatemalensis, Tynanthus cognatus, Tynanthus fasciculatus, Tynanthus gondotianus, Tynanthus polyanthus, Tynanthus pubescens, Tynanthus micranthus, Tynanthus sastrei, Tynanthus panurensis, Tynanthus macranthus, Tynanthus croatianus, Tynanthus schumannianus, Tynanthus goudotiana, Tynanthus espiritosantensis, Tynanthus densiflorus, Tynanthus gondotiana,
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:259271-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].