Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thyrsiflora
ID:
533393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 31(I): 475 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000532725



Common Names

  • Thyrsiflorous Amyris
  • Thyrsiflorous Torchwood
  • Thyrsiflorous Sandalwood


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Synonyms

  • Elemifera thyrsiflora Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Amyris thyrsiflora (also called Thyrsiflorous Amyris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Australia, where it is found in open woodlands and forests. It is found in a wide variety of habitats, from coastal areas to inland areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amyris thyrsiflora has been used as an insect repellent and for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amyris thyrsiflora has small, white, star-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amyris thyrsiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of bright light.

Where to Find Amyris thyrsiflora

Amyris thyrsiflora can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Amyris thyrsiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amyris thyrsiflora?

Amyris thyrsiflora

What is the common name of Amyris thyrsiflora?

Thyrsiflora amyris

What is the natural habitat of Amyris thyrsiflora?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Amyris genus

Amyris cubensis, Amyris abeggii, Amyris apiculata, Amyris attenuata, Amyris balsamifera, Amyris barbata, Amyris brachybotrys, Amyris brenesii, Amyris carterae, Amyris chiapensis, Amyris conzattii, Amyris cordata, Amyris crebrinervis, Amyris diatrypa, Amyris elemifera, Amyris filipes, Amyris granulata, Amyris guatemalensis, Amyris guianensis, Amyris humboldtii, Amyris ignea, Amyris intermedia, Amyris lineata, Amyris lurida, Amyris macrocarpa, Amyris madrensis, Amyris magnifolia, Amyris marshii, Amyris metopioides, Amyris mexicana, Amyris monophylla, Amyris multijuga, Amyris oblanceolata, Amyris pernambucensis, Amyris phlebotaenioides, Amyris pinnata, Amyris plumieri, Amyris polymorpha, Amyris polyneura, Amyris pungens, Amyris purpusii, Amyris rekoi, Amyris rhomboidea, Amyris robinsonii, Amyris sandemanii, Amyris staminosa, Amyris stromatophylla, Amyris terebinthifolia, Amyris texana, Amyris thyrsiflora,

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

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