Thouinia milleri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
milleri
ID:
459489
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leonard
Source:
ksu
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 69 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458821
Common Names
- Thouinia milleri
- Milleri Thouinia
- Miller's Thouinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Thouinia multinervis Radlk. [unknown]
- Thouinia inaequalis Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Thouinia milleri (also called Miller's 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 milleri 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
Thouinia milleri has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thouinia milleri 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 Thouinia milleri
Thouinia milleri is found in India.
Thouinia milleri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thouinia milleri?
Thouinia milleri
What is the common name of Thouinia milleri?
Thouinia milleri
What is the natural habitat of Thouinia milleri?
Tropical forests of Madagascar
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
Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:252751-2: Based on the initial data import