Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
miersii
ID:
1242062

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Peyr.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 3: 487. 1940

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001241400



Common Names

  • Tontelaea miersii
  • Mier's Tontelaea
  • Mier Tontelaea


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Description

Tontelea miersii (also called Miers' Tontelea, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It has white flowers with five petals. Native to South America, it is found in wet forests and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Tontelea miersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tontelea miersii has yellow flowers that are star-shaped and have five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tontelea miersii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of climates. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Tontelea miersii

Tontelea miersii is native to Central and South America.

Tontelea miersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tontelea miersii?

Tontelaea miersii

What is the natural habitat of Tontelea miersii?

The natural habitat of Tontelea miersii is tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What are the common uses of Tontelea miersii?

Tontelaea miersii is commonly used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and for its timber.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50112328: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Johann Joseph Peyritsch (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peyr.' in the authors string.