Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
tibestica
ID:
734097

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Scholz) H.Scholz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 558 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733430



Common Names

  • Quezeliantha tibestica
  • Tibestica Quezeliantha
  • Tibesti Quezeliantha


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Synonyms

  • Quezelia tibestica H.Scholz [unknown]

Description

Quezeliantha tibestica (also called Tibesti Quezeliantha, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Mexico. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters tall. Its bark is smooth and gray, and its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and bright green. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Quezeliantha tibestica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Quezeliantha tibestica are white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quezeliantha tibestica is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa, and is hardy to USDA zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Quezeliantha tibestica

Quezeliantha tibestica can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Quezeliantha tibestica FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Quezeliantha tibestica?

Quezeliantha tibestica prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Quezeliantha tibestica prefer?

Quezeliantha tibestica prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Quezeliantha tibestica need?

Quezeliantha tibestica needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Quezeliantha genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References