Thouinia discolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
459528
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 127 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458860
Common Names
- Thouinia discolor
- Discolor Thouinia
- Two-Colored Thouinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Thyana discolor Hitchc. [unknown]
Description
Thouinia discolor (also called Discolored Thouinia, 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
Thouinia discolor 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
The flower of Thouinia discolor is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower with a long corolla tube. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thouinia discolor is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Thouinia discolor
Thouinia discolor is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Thouinia discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thouinia discolor?
Thouinia discolor
What are the common names of Thouinia discolor?
Common names of Thouinia discolor include the Two-Colored Thouinia and Two-Colored Thyme
What is the natural habitat of Thouinia discolor?
Thouinia discolor is native to Cuba and Hispaniola
Species in the Thouinia genus
Thouinia leonis, Thouinia milleri, Thouinia patentinervis, Thouinia hypoleuca, Thouinia holguinensis, Thouinia maestrensis, Thouinia serrata, Thouinia rotundata, Thouinia domingensis, Thouinia racemosa, Thouinia punctata, Thouinia discolor, Thouinia cubensis, Thouinia clarensis, Thouinia canescens, Thouinia baracoensis, Thouinia acunae, Thouinia brachybotrya, Thouinia tomentosa, Thouinia stricta, Thouinia villosa, Thouinia striata, Thouinia acuminata, Thouinia paucidentata, Thouinia simplicifolia, Thouinia trifoliata, Thouinia gibarensis,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:785375-1: Based on the initial data import