Status:
valid
Authors:
Miers ex Hook.f. & Thomson
Source:
tro
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 1: 205 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238609
Common Names
- Petiolare Tinomiscium
- Petiolare Tinomiscium
- Tinomiscium petiolare
Description
Tinomiscium petiolare (also called 'Petiolate Tinomiscium', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas. It has glossy, ovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Tinomiscium petiolare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tinomiscium petiolare has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tinomiscium petiolare is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Tinomiscium petiolare
Tinomiscium petiolare can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to North Carolina.
Tinomiscium petiolare FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tinomiscium petiolare?
Tinomiscium petiolare
What is the common name of Tinomiscium petiolare?
Tinomiscium
What is the family of Tinomiscium petiolare?
Fabaceae
Species in the Tinomiscium genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia,
Abuta antioquiana,
Abuta aristeguietae,
Abuta barbata,
Abuta brevifolia,
Abuta bullata,
Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
Abuta panurensis,
Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
Abuta sandwithiana,
Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
Abuta solimoesensis,
Abuta soukupii,
Abuta spicata,
Abuta steyermarkii,
Abuta vaupesensis,
Abuta velutina,
Albertisia apiculata,
Albertisia capituliflora,
Albertisia cordifolia,
Albertisia crassa,
Albertisia cuneata,
Albertisia delagoensis,
Albertisia exelliana,
Albertisia ferruginea,
Albertisia glabra,
Albertisia laurifolia,
Albertisia mangenotii,
Albertisia mecistophylla,
Albertisia megacarpa,
Albertisia papuana,
Albertisia porcata,
Albertisia puberula,
Albertisia scandens,