Tontelea sandwithii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sandwithii
ID:
414609
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 3: 493 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413941
Common Names
- Sandwith's Tontelea
- Tontelea sandwithii
- Tontelea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tontelea sandwithii (also called Sandwith's tontelea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and dark green, leathery leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in lowland rainforests and on the edges of swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Tontelea sandwithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flowers are small and white, with a yellow center. Seeds are small and round, with a black, shiny surface. Seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tontelea sandwithii 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 Tontelea sandwithii
Tontelea sandwithii is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.
Tontelea sandwithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tontelea sandwithii?
Tontelea sandwithii
What type of plant is Tontelea sandwithii?
Tropical shrub
What is the natural habitat of Tontelea sandwithii?
Rainforest
Species in the Tontelea genus
Tontelea attenuata, Tontelea hondurensis, Tontelea mauritioides, Tontelea laxiflora, Tontelea cylindrocarpa, Tontelea congestiflora, Tontelea coriacea, Tontelea sandwithii, Tontelea corcovadensis, Tontelea emarginata, Tontelea leptophylla, Tontelea corymbosa, Tontelea tenuicula, Tontelea lanceolata, Tontelea micrantha, Tontelea miersii, Tontelea martiana, Tontelea fuliginea, Tontelea passiflora,
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 kew-2443099: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.