Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
racemosus
ID:
787602

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klatt) G.J.Lewis

Source:
iplants

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 7: 36 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000786935



Common Names

  • Racemose Thereianthus
  • Racemose Star-Violet
  • Racemose Star-Lily


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Description

Thereianthus racemosus (also called Racemose Thereianthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in wet forests, thickets, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Thereianthus racemosus is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thereianthus racemosus has a white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a white stripe down the center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thereianthus racemosus is a small evergreen shrub that can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Thereianthus racemosus

Thereianthus racemosus can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico.

Thereianthus racemosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thereianthus racemosus?

Thereianthus racemosus

What is the common name of Thereianthus racemosus?

Racemosus Thereianthus

What is the natural habitat of Thereianthus racemosus?

Thereianthus racemosus is native to Mexico and Guatemala

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-325504: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
Gwendoline Joyce Lewis (1909-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Lewis' in the authors string.