Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
spathulifolia
ID:
323468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pax) Leandri

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 8: 211 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322800



Common Names

  • Thecacoris spathulifolia
  • Spathulifolia Thecacoris
  • Spathulifolia Thecacoris Plant


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Synonyms

  • Cyathogyne spathulifolia Pax [unknown]

Description

Thecacoris spathulifolia (also called Spatulate-leaved Thecacoris, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Thecacoris spathulifolia 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thecacoris spathulifolia var. greveana (Leandri) Leandri
Thecacoris spathulifolia var. spathulifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Thecacoris spathulifolia 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 spathulifolia 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 spathulifolia

Thecacoris spathulifolia can be found in Central and South America.

Thecacoris spathulifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thecacoris spathulifolia?

Thecacoris spathulifolia

What is the family of Thecacoris spathulifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Thecacoris spathulifolia?

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-203566: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Jacques Désiré Leandri (1903-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leandri' in the authors string.