Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
458092

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 558 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457424



Common Names

  • Thymelaea pubescens
  • Downy Thymelaea
  • Downy-Leaved Thymelaea


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Synonyms

  • Thymelaea pubescens thesioides (Lam.) Kit Tan [unknown]
  • Thymelaea thesioides (Lam.) Endl. [unknown]
  • Passerina linariifolia Pourr. ex Wikstr. [unknown]
  • Passerina pubescens Wikstr. [unknown]
  • Passerina thesioides Wikstr. [unknown]
  • Chlamydanthus thesioides C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Daphne humilis Vahl ex Willk. & Lange [unknown]
  • Daphne pubescens L. [unknown]
  • Daphne theosioides Lam. [unknown]
  • Thymelaea pubescens thesioides (Lam.) D.A.Webb & I.K.Ferguson [unknown]
  • Thymelaea thesioides elliptica (Boiss.) Brecher [unknown]
  • Thymelaea thesioides elliptica (Boiss.) Meisn. [unknown]
  • Thymelaea pubescens densiflora (Cad.) Molero & Vigo [unknown]
  • Passerina thesioides densiflora Cadevall [unknown]
  • Stellera thesiodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Thymelaea pubescens pubescens [unknown]
  • Thymelaea sanamunda pubescens (L.) Sagra & Malag. [unknown]
  • Thymelaea sanamunda thesioides (Lam.) Sagra & Malag. [unknown]
  • Thymelaea sanamunda elliptica (Boiss.) Sagra & Malag. [unknown]

Description

Thymelaea pubescens (also called 'Woolly Thymelaea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Angola, Namibia, and South Africa, and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thymelaea pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thymelaea pubescens sub. elliptica (Boiss.) Kit Tan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thymelaea pubescens is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea pubescens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Thymelaea pubescens

Thymelaea pubescens is native to Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Thymelaea pubescens FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Thymelaea pubescens?

Thymelaea pubescens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

What is the average height of Thymelaea pubescens?

Thymelaea pubescens typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.

What is the average life span of Thymelaea pubescens?

Thymelaea pubescens typically lives for up to 10 years.

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