Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
ternata
ID:
1281364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 282 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280702



Common Names

  • Thinouia Ternata
  • Ternata Thinouia
  • Thinouia Tree


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Description

Thinouia ternata (also called Ternate Thinouia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in wet sclerophyll forests and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thinouia ternata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thinouia ternata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thinouia ternata is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to keep the plant compact and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Thinouia ternata

Thinouia ternata is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Thinouia ternata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thinouia ternata?

Thinouia ternata

What is the family of Thinouia ternata?

Asteraceae

Where is Thinouia ternata found?

Colombia

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References