Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benn.) Benth. ex Eichler
Source:
wcs
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Beitr. Morph. Marant. : 68 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000571353
Common Names
- Daniell's Thaumatococcus
- Thaumatococcus daniellii
- Tropical Saffron
Synonyms
- Donax daniellii (Horan.) Roberty [unknown]
- Monostiche daniellii (Benn.) Horan. [unknown]
- Phrynium daniellii Benn. [unknown]
Description
Thaumatococcus daniellii (also called Velvet Bush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with velvety leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thaumatococcus daniellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Thaumatococcus daniellii var. daniellii
Thaumatococcus daniellii var. puberulifolius Dhetchuvi & Diafouka
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thaumatococcus daniellii has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are light green and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thaumatococcus daniellii is an evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment and keep the soil moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Thaumatococcus daniellii
Thaumatococcus daniellii can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Thaumatococcus daniellii FAQ
How big does Thaumatococcus daniellii grow?
Thaumatococcus daniellii typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.
What type of soil does Thaumatococcus daniellii prefer?
Thaumatococcus daniellii prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
What type of climate does Thaumatococcus daniellii prefer?
Thaumatococcus daniellii prefers a warm, dry climate.
Species in the Thaumatococcus 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,