Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 282 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458852
Common Names
- Thinouia mucronata
- Mucronata Thinouia
- Mucronate Thinouia
Synonyms
- Thinouia repanda Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Thinouia mucronata (also called Mucronate Thinouia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry forests, scrublands and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thinouia mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thinouia mucronata has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thinouia mucronata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix in spring or summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in spring or summer and root them in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Thinouia mucronata
Thinouia mucronata is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Thinouia mucronata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thinouia mucronata?
Thinouia mucronata
What are the common names of Thinouia mucronata?
Common names of Thinouia mucronata include the Mucronate Thouinia and Mucronate Thyme
What is the natural habitat of Thinouia mucronata?
Thinouia mucronata is native to Cuba and Hispaniola
Species in the Thinouia genus
Thinouia myriantha,
Thinouia mucronata,
Thinouia compressa,
Thinouia scandens,
Thinouia restingae,
Thinouia tomocarpa,
Thinouia obliqua,
Thinouia paraguayensis,
Thinouia ventricosa,
Thinouia ternata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family