Thouinidium pinnatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnatum
ID:
459562
Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 8: 283 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458894
Common Names
- Thouinidium pinnatum
- Thouinidium
- Pinnatum
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- Thouinia pinnata Turpin [unknown]
Description
Thouinidium pinnatum (also called Pinnate Thouinidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thouinidium pinnatum is a shrub native to South America and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thouinidium pinnatum has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Thouinidium pinnatum is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 meters. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Thouinidium pinnatum
Thouinidium pinnatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America. It can be found in the countries of Costa Rica and Panama.
Thouinidium pinnatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thouinidium pinnatum?
Thouinidium pinnatum
What is the common name of Thouinidium pinnatum?
Pinnatum
What is the natural habitat of Thouinidium pinnatum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Thouinidium genus
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:785430-1: Based on the initial data import