Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
albolutea
ID:
324235

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 401 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323567



Common Names

  • Thulinia Albolutea
  • Albolutea Thulinia
  • Albolutea's Thulinia


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Description

Thulinia albolutea (also called White Thulinia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It has white flowers and is native to South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Thulinia albolutea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in dry areas and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thulinia albolutea has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thulinia albolutea is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is grown as an ornamental plant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Thulinia albolutea

Thulinia albolutea is found in Mexico and Central America.

Thulinia albolutea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thulinia albolutea?

Thulinia albolutea

What is the common name of Thulinia albolutea?

White Thulinia

What is the natural habitat of Thulinia albolutea?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Thulinia genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-204308: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.