Status:
valid
Authors:
Petersen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(3): 144 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570298
Common Names
- Densibracteata Kurrajong
- Densibracteata Bottle Tree
- Densibracteata Kurrajong Bottle Tree
Synonyms
- Thalia densibracteata angustissima Suess. [unknown]
Description
Thalia densibracteata (also called Densibracteata Thalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading habit and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist and shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Thalia densibracteata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thalia densibracteata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thalia densibracteata is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Thalia densibracteata
Thalia densibracteata can be found in Australia, growing in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Thalia densibracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thalia densibracteata?
Thalia densibracteata
What type of plant is Thalia densibracteata?
Herb
What is the natural habitat of Thalia densibracteata?
Wetlands
Species in the Thalia genus
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha,
Calathea anderssonii,
Calathea annae,
Calathea anulque,
Calathea argyrophylla,
Calathea arrabidae,
Calathea asplundii,
Calathea bachemiana,
Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,