Phytolacca thyrsiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thyrsiflora
ID:
482611
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fenzl ex J.A.Schmidt
Source:
cmp
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(2): 343 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481943
Common Names
- Phytolacca thyrsiflora
- Phytolacca thyrsiflora
- Phytolacca thyrsiflora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phytolacca thyrsiflora (also called Thyrse-Flowered Phytolacca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phytolaccaceae. It is native to the United States and Mexico. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Phytolacca thyrsiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phytolacca thyrsiflora is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, dark green cone with a single seed inside.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phytolacca thyrsiflora is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 metres. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Phytolacca thyrsiflora
Phytolacca thyrsiflora is a species of flowering plant found in Mexico and Central America.
Phytolacca thyrsiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phytolacca thyrsiflora?
Phytolacca thyrsiflora
What is the common name of Phytolacca thyrsiflora?
Thyrse-Flowered Pokeweed
What is the natural range of Phytolacca thyrsiflora?
North America
Species in the Phytolacca genus
Phytolacca rivinoides, Phytolacca rugosa, Phytolacca sanguinea, Phytolacca octandra, Phytolacca thyrsiflora, Phytolacca meziana, Phytolacca americana, Phytolacca bogotensis, Phytolacca acinosa, Phytolacca dioica, Phytolacca dodecandra, Phytolacca icosandra, Phytolacca esculenta, Phytolacca japonica, Phytolacca tetramera, Phytolacca weberbaueri, Phytolacca goudotii, Phytolacca heterotepala, Phytolacca sandwicensis, Phytolacca heptandra, Phytolacca chilensis, Phytolacca cyclopetala, Phytolacca latbenia, Phytolacca polyandra,
Species in the Phytolaccaceae family
Anisomeria chilensis, Anisomeria coriacea, Anisomeria densiflora, Anisomeria fruticosa, Ercilla spicata, Ercilla syncarpellata, Phytolacca rivinoides, Phytolacca rugosa, Phytolacca sanguinea, Phytolacca octandra, Phytolacca thyrsiflora, Phytolacca meziana, Phytolacca americana, Phytolacca bogotensis, Phytolacca acinosa, Phytolacca dioica, Phytolacca dodecandra, Phytolacca icosandra, Phytolacca esculenta, Phytolacca japonica, Phytolacca tetramera, Phytolacca weberbaueri, Phytolacca goudotii, Phytolacca heterotepala, Phytolacca sandwicensis, Phytolacca heptandra, Phytolacca chilensis, Phytolacca cyclopetala, Phytolacca latbenia, Phytolacca polyandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2562632: Based on the initial data import
Johann Anton Schmidt (1823-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Schmidt' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.