Thouinia gibarensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gibarensis
ID:
1318356
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.A.González & J.L.Gómez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 37: 86 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330810
Common Names
- Thouinia
- Thouinia
- Gibarensis Thouinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thouinia gibarensis (also called 'Gibar Thouinia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has a spreading habit and small, ovate leaves. It can be found in open, disturbed areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Thouinia gibarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thouinia gibarensis has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have a short, thick stem and small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thouinia gibarensis is a small shrub native to the Caucasus region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers a cool, moist environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Thouinia gibarensis
Thouinia gibarensis is found in the mountains of Iran.
Thouinia gibarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thouinia gibarensis?
Thouinia gibarensis
What is the common name of Thouinia gibarensis?
Gibara Thouinia
What is the family of Thouinia gibarensis?
Rhamnaceae
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
Pedro Alejandro González Gutiérrez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.González' in the authors string.
José L. Gómez Hechavarría: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Gómez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60474944-2: Based on the initial data import