Peddiea thomensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thomensis
ID:
1282614
Status:
valid
Authors:
Exell
Source:
tro
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Cat. Vasc. Pl. S. Tomé : 281 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281952
Common Names
- Peddiea thomensis
- Peddiea
- Thomensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Peddiea thomensis (also called Thomas' Peddiea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical America. It grows in moist, shady forests and along streams, usually at elevations of up to 1,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Peddiea thomensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Peddiea thomensis are white or pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Peddiea thomensis is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Peddiea thomensis
Peddiea thomensis can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil.
Peddiea thomensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peddiea thomensis?
Peddiea thomensis
What type of plant is Peddiea thomensis?
Herb
Where is Peddiea thomensis native to?
South America
Species in the Peddiea genus
Peddiea africana, Peddiea fischeri, Peddiea involucrata, Peddiea polyantha, Peddiea subcordata, Peddiea montana, Peddiea puberula, Peddiea lanceolata, Peddiea rapaneoides, Peddiea parviflora, Peddiea orophila, Peddiea kivuensis, Peddiea kaniamensis, Peddiea arborescens, Peddiea thulinii, Peddiea thomensis,
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
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:832450-1: Based on the initial data import