Thomasia macrocalyx - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steud.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 230 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458712
Common Names
- Thomasia macrocalyx
- Macrocalyx Thomasia
- Large-calyx Thomasia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thomasia macrocalyx (also called Large-calyx Thomasia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open woodlands and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Thomasia macrocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control, windbreaks, and as a source of firewood and timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thomasia macrocalyx has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thomasia macrocalyx can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Thomasia macrocalyx
Thomasia macrocalyx can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Thomasia macrocalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thomasia macrocalyx?
Thomasia macrocalyx
What is the common name of Thomasia macrocalyx?
Large-calyx Thomasia
What is the natural habitat of Thomasia macrocalyx?
Tropical rainforests of Australia
Species in the Thomasia genus
Thomasia macrocarpa, Thomasia brachystachys, Thomasia angustifolia, Thomasia cognata, Thomasia macrocalyx, Thomasia laxiflora, Thomasia grandiflora, Thomasia glabripetala, Thomasia gardneri, Thomasia formosa, Thomasia foliosa, Thomasia discolor, Thomasia dielsii, Thomasia sarotes, Thomasia microphylla, Thomasia stelligera, Thomasia triphylla, Thomasia triloba, Thomasia tremandroides, Thomasia tenuivestita, Thomasia purpurea, Thomasia rugosa, Thomasia rhynchocarpa, Thomasia quercifolia, Thomasia pygmaea, Thomasia petalocalyx, Thomasia pauciflora, Thomasia multiflora, Thomasia montana,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:825648-1: Based on the initial data import