Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
glabra
ID:
1281537

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Steud.

Source:
tro

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. [Steudel], ed. 2. 2(4): 665. 1841 [Aug 1841]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280875

Common Names

  • Tellima glabra
  • Glabra Tellima
  • Glabra Tellimas

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Description

Tellima glabra (also called Smooth Fringecup, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has basal rosettes of leaves and tall, erect stems that bear showy, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tellima glabra is an ornamental plant, used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used as a ground cover, in containers, or as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tellima glabra is white and has a bell-shaped structure. Its seed is small and black in color. The seedlings of Tellima glabra are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tellima glabra is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Tellima glabra

Tellima glabra is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Tellima glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tellima glabra?

Tellima glabra

What is the common name of Tellima glabra?

Smooth Tellima

Where is Tellima glabra found?

Tellima glabra is found in the western United States

Species in the Tellima genus

Species in the Saxifragaceae family

Astilbe amabilis, Astilbe apoensis, Astilbe biternata, Astilbe crenatiloba, Astilbe formosa, Astilbe glaberrima, Astilbe grandis, Astilbe hachijoensis, Astilbe japonica, Astilbe khasiana, Astilbe longicarpa, Astilbe longipilosa, Astilbe macrocarpa, Astilbe macroflora, Astilbe microphylla, Astilbe okuyamae, Astilbe papuana, Astilbe philippinensis, Astilbe photeinophylla, Astilbe platyphylla, Astilbe rivularis, Astilbe rubra, Astilbe shikokiana, Astilbe simplicifolia, Astilbe thunbergii, Astilbe tsushimensis, Astilbe longipedicellata, Astilboides tabularis, Bensoniella oregona, Bergenia ciliata, Bergenia crassifolia, Bergenia emeiensis, Bergenia hissarica, Bergenia pacumbis, Bergenia purpurascens, Bergenia scopulosa, Bergenia stracheyi, Bergenia tianquanensis, Bergenia ugamica, Bolandra californica, Bolandra oregana, Boykinia aconitifolia, Boykinia intermedia, Boykinia lycoctonifolia, Boykinia major, Boykinia occidentalis, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia rotundifolia, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia cincinnata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50310656: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.