Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
viciifolia
ID:
414599

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Hallé

Source:
ksu

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 16: 132 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413931



Common Names

  • Viciifolia Thyrsosalacia
  • Thyrsosalacia viciifolia
  • Thyrsosalacia


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Description

Thyrsosalacia viciifolia (also called Vicia-leaved Thyrsosalacia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in wet, sandy soils and wet meadows. It has small, white flowers that are arranged in a capitulum shape and are surrounded by four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Thyrsosalacia viciifolia has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuel wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thyrsosalacia viciifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thyrsosalacia viciifolia is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.

Where to Find Thyrsosalacia viciifolia

Thyrsosalacia viciifolia is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Thyrsosalacia viciifolia FAQ

What type of plant is Thyrsosalacia viciifolia?

Thyrsosalacia viciifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.

Where is Thyrsosalacia viciifolia found?

Thyrsosalacia viciifolia is found in South America.

What is the growth habit of Thyrsosalacia viciifolia?

Thyrsosalacia viciifolia is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 meters in height.

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,