Thecacoris usambarensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
usambarensis
ID:
323476
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 7: 357 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322808
Common Names
- Thecacoris usambarensis
- Usambarensis Thecacoris
- Usambarensis Thecacoris Plant
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- Cyathogyne usambarensis (Verdc.) J.Léonard [unknown]
Description
Thecacoris usambarensis (also called Usambara Thecacoris, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to East Africa. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Thecacoris usambarensis is a plant native to Africa 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 usambarensis 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 usambarensis 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 usambarensis
Thecacoris usambarensis can be found in Tanzania.
Thecacoris usambarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thecacoris usambarensis?
Thecacoris usambarensis
What is the family of Thecacoris usambarensis?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Thecacoris usambarensis?
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-203573: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.