Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 41(2): 247. 2011 [Oct 2011]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424015
Common Names
- Thereianthus intermedius
- Intermediate Thereianthus
- Intermedius Thereianthus
Description
Thereianthus intermedius (also called Intermediate Thereianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a slender stem and long, thin leaves. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Thereianthus intermedius is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties, making it a useful plant for treating skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thereianthus intermedius has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant fragrance. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thereianthus intermedius is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division and cuttings. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.
Where to Find Thereianthus intermedius
Thereianthus intermedius can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.
Thereianthus intermedius FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Thereianthus intermedius?
Thereianthus intermedius is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What is the typical size of Thereianthus intermedius?
Thereianthus intermedius typically grows to be about 4-6 inches in height.
What is the best temperature for Thereianthus intermedius?
Thereianthus intermedius prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
Species in the Thereianthus genus
Thereianthus bracteolatus,
Thereianthus spicatus,
Thereianthus racemosus,
Thereianthus minutus,
Thereianthus longicollis,
Thereianthus ixioides,
Thereianthus juncifolius,
Thereianthus montanus,
Thereianthus elandsmontanus,
Thereianthus bulbiferus,
Thereianthus intermedius,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,