Thouinia racemosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
459509
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 21A(5): 9 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458841
Common Names
- Thouinia racemosa
- Racemosa Thouinia
- Racemose Thouinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Thouinia spicata Radlk. & Ekman [unknown]
- Thouinia scoparia Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Thouinia racemosa (also called Racemose 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 racemosa 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 racemosa 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 racemosa 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 racemosa
Thouinia racemosa is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Thouinia racemosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thouinia racemosa?
Thouinia racemosa
What is the common name of Thouinia racemosa?
Thouinia racemosa
What is the natural habitat of Thouinia racemosa?
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
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:252757-2: Based on the initial data import