Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
tamatavensis
ID:
1041074

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Capuron) Callm. & Buerki

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Candollea 66: 126 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001040412



Common Names

  • Tina tamatavensis
  • Tamatavensis Tina
  • Tina Tamatavensis


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Description

Tina tamatavensis (also called Tamatave Tina, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous climber. It is native to Madagascar and grows in rocky, sandy, and loamy soils. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tina tamatavensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Tina tamatavensis flower is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tina tamatavensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Tina tamatavensis

Tina tamatavensis is native to Madagascar.

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100367809: Based on the initial data import
Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.
Sven Buerki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buerki' in the authors string.