Thymelaea subrepens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subrepens
ID:
458242
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lange
Source:
cmp
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Overs. Kongel. Danske Vidensk. Selsk. Forh. Medlemmers Arbeider 1893: 193 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457574
Common Names
- Subrepens Thymelaea
- Subrepental Thymelaea
- Subrepental Thymelea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thymelaea subrepens (also called 'Creeping Broom', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in rocky and sandy habitats. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. Its flowers are white and tubular.
Uses & Benefits
Thymelaea subrepens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thymelaea subrepens is yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and round with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings have thin, wiry stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thymelaea subrepens is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Thymelaea subrepens
Thymelaea subrepens is native to the Mediterranean region.
Thymelaea subrepens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymelaea subrepens?
Thymelaea subrepens
What is the family of Thymelaea subrepens?
Thymelaeaceae
Where is Thymelaea subrepens found?
It is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Thymelaea genus
Thymelaea ruizii, Thymelaea pubescens, Thymelaea procumbens, Thymelaea villosa, Thymelaea velutina, Thymelaea tinctoria, Thymelaea tarton-raira, Thymelaea subrepens, Thymelaea dioica, Thymelaea coridifolia, Thymelaea granatensis, Thymelaea mesopotamica, Thymelaea lanuginosa, Thymelaea hirsuta, Thymelaea sanamunda, Thymelaea calycina, Thymelaea broteriana, Thymelaea passerina, Thymelaea bulgarica, Thymelaea aucheri, Thymelaea virescens, Thymelaea cilicica, Thymelaea virgata, Thymelaea antiatlantica, Thymelaea argentata, Thymelaea conradiae, Thymelaea gattefossei, Thymelaea gussonei, Thymelaea lythroides, Thymelaea putorioides, Thymelaea salsa, Thymelaea sempervirens, Thymelaea microphylla,
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-2518349: Based on the initial data import
Johan Lange (1818-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lange' in the authors string.