Thomasia montana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steud.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 230 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458802
Common Names
- Thomasia montana
- Montana Thomasia
- Mountain Thomasia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thomasia montana (also called Mountain Thomasia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland, woodland and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thomasia montana is a shrub native to Australia and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thomasia montana has small, purple, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thomasia montana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix in spring or summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in spring or summer and root them in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Thomasia montana
Thomasia montana is found in Western Australia.
Thomasia montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thomasia montana?
Thomasia montana
What is the common name of Thomasia montana?
Mountain Thomasia
What is the natural habitat of Thomasia montana?
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:825652-1: Based on the initial data import