Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ustulata
ID:
750899

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) A.V.Hall

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1146 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750232



Common Names

  • Thamnea Ustulata
  • Ustulata Thamnea
  • Thamnea Ustulata Plant


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Description

Thamnea ustulata (also called Ustulate Thamnea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a grey bark and produces small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Thamnea ustulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thamnea ustulata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thamnea ustulata is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 4-6 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Thamnea ustulata

Thamnea ustulata is native to the Canary Islands. It can be found in the islands of La Palma, Tenerife, and Gran Canaria. It is found in rocky areas at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

Thamnea ustulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thamnea ustulata?

Thamnea ustulata

What type of plant is Thamnea ustulata?

It is a shrub

Where does Thamnea ustulata grow?

It is native to South Africa

Species in the Bruniaceae family

Audouinia capitata, Audouinia laxa, Audouinia laevis, Audouinia esterhuyseniae, Audouinia hispida, Berzelia abrotanoides, Berzelia alopecuroides, Berzelia arachnoidea, Berzelia burchellii, Berzelia commutata, Berzelia cordifolia, Berzelia dregeana, Berzelia ecklonii, Berzelia galpinii, Berzelia incurva, Berzelia intermedia, Berzelia lanuginosa, Berzelia rubra, Berzelia squarrosa, Berzelia albiflora, Berzelia stokoei, Berzelia alopecurioides, Brunia cordata, Brunia fragarioides, Brunia laevis, Brunia macrocephala, Brunia microphylla, Brunia neglecta, Brunia noduliflora, Brunia paleacea, Brunia phylicoides, Brunia squalida, Brunia villosa, Brunia virgata, Brunia palustris, Brunia compacta, Brunia barnardii, Brunia monostyla, Brunia africana, Brunia purpurea, Brunia pentandra, Brunia sphaerocephala, Brunia monogyna, Brunia powrieae, Brunia oblongifolia, Brunia pillansii, Brunia esterhuyseniae, Brunia trigyna, Brunia schlechteri, Brunia callunoides,

References

IPNI record: 77114343-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001420971
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Anthony Vincent Hall (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.V.Hall' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77114343-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.