Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
candidissima
ID:
324242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 4: 34 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323574

Common Names

  • Candid Thunia
  • Thunia
  • Thunia Candidissima

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Synonyms

  • Phaius candidissimus N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Thunia alba candidissima (N.E.Br.) B.Grant [unknown]

Description

Thunia candidissima (also called White Thunia, 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

Thunia candidissima 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

Thunia candidissima 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

Thunia candidissima is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 10 inches in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and should be 4-6 inches in length. Place the cuttings in a potting mix and keep moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Thunia candidissima

Thunia candidissima is found in Mexico and Central America.

Thunia candidissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thunia candidissima?

Thunia candidissima

What is the common name of Thunia candidissima?

White-flowered Thunia

What is the natural habitat of Thunia candidissima?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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