Thecacoris lancifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
323455
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XV: 12 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322787
Common Names
- Thecacoris lancifolia
- Lancifolia Thecacoris
- Lancifolia Thecacoris Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thecacoris lancifolia (also called Lance-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 lancifolia 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 lancifolia 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thecacoris lancifolia 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 lancifolia
Thecacoris lancifolia can be found in Central and South America.
Thecacoris lancifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thecacoris lancifolia?
Thecacoris lancifolia
What is the family of Thecacoris lancifolia?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Thecacoris lancifolia?
Madagascar
Species in the Thecacoris genus
Thecacoris cometia, Thecacoris glabroglandulosa, Thecacoris grandifolia, Thecacoris humbertii, Thecacoris lancifolia, Thecacoris latistipula, Thecacoris leptobotrya, Thecacoris lucida, Thecacoris madagascariensis, Thecacoris perrieri, Thecacoris spathulifolia, Thecacoris stenopetala, Thecacoris trichogyne, Thecacoris usambarensis, Thecacoris viridis, Thecacoris micrantha,
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-203553: Based on the initial data import
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.