Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
323447

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pax & K.Hoffm.) Govaerts

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
World Checkl. & Bibliogr. Euphorbiaceae : 1517 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322779



Common Names

  • Thecacoris grandifolia
  • Grandifolia Thecacoris
  • Grandifolia Thecacoris Plant


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Synonyms

  • Cyathogyne grandifolia Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Thecacoris grandifolia (also called Large-leaved Thecacoris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and grows to a height of up to 40 cm. It has small, greyish-green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in scrubland and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Thecacoris grandifolia is a plant native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Thecacoris grandifolia are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thecacoris grandifolia is a tropical plant native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Thecacoris grandifolia

Thecacoris grandifolia can be found in Central and South America.

Thecacoris grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thecacoris grandifolia?

Thecacoris grandifolia

What is the family of Thecacoris grandifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Thecacoris grandifolia?

Madagascar

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-203545: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.