Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
thorelii
ID:
343630

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 72: 461 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342962



Common Names

  • Blachia Thorelii
  • Thorelii Blachia
  • Blachia Thorelii Plant


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Description

Blachia thorelii (also called Thorel's Blachia, among many other common names) is a tropical perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen herbaceous plant with long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves that are dark green on top and striped underneath. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Blachia thorelii is a popular houseplant due to its beautiful foliage. It is often used as a decorative plant in homes and offices. It is also known to purify the air and reduce stress levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blachia thorelii is a small, yellow flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blachia thorelii is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers warm, humid climates and does best in partial shade. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in moist, well-draining soil. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The roots should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Blachia thorelii

Blachia thorelii can be found in tropical rainforests in Vietnam.

Blachia thorelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blachia thorelii?

Blachia thorelii

What is the common name of Blachia thorelii?

Thorel's Blachia

What is the natural habitat of Blachia thorelii?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22311: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.