Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
thorelii
ID:
668792

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lecomte) Nevling

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 42: 395 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668124



Common Names

  • Enkleia thorelii
  • Thorelii Enkleia
  • Enkleia


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Synonyms

  • Linostoma thorelii Lecomte [unknown]

Description

Enkleia thorelii (also called African Star Grass, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial grass native to tropical Africa. It grows in clumps up to 1 m tall, with narrow, linear leaves and small, star-shaped flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Enkleia thorelii is a popular ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It has showy white flowers and attractive foliage that turns to shades of red and orange in the fall.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Enkleia thorelii is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong capsule. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Enkleia thorelii is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist.

Where to Find Enkleia thorelii

Enkleia thorelii is native to the temperate forests of Vietnam.

Enkleia thorelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Enkleia thorelii?

Enkleia thorelii

What is the common name of Enkleia thorelii?

Thorel's Enkleia

What is the natural habitat of Enkleia thorelii?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Enkleia genus

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2789366: Based on the initial data import
Paul Henri Lecomte (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lecomte' in the authors string.
Lorin Ives Nevling (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nevling' in the authors string.