Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
tinctoria
ID:
458239

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. , Suppl. 4(2): 66 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457571



Common Names

  • Tinctoria Thymelaea
  • Tinctorial Thymelaea
  • Tinctorial Thymelea


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Synonyms

  • Thymelaea tinctoria nivalis (Ramond) Kit Tan [unknown]
  • Thymelaea nivalis Meisn. [unknown]
  • Passerina nivalis Ramond [unknown]
  • Passerina juniperifolia Lapeyr. [unknown]
  • Passerina tinctoria Pourr. [unknown]
  • Stellera tinctoria (Pourr.) Oken [unknown]
  • Chlamydanthus tinctorius C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Daphne calycina Lam. [unknown]
  • Daphne tinctoria Wikstr. [unknown]
  • Daphne vermiculata Vahl [unknown]
  • Thymelaea tinctoria nivalis (Ramond) Lange [unknown]
  • Thymelaea tinctoria tinctoria [unknown]

Description

Thymelaea tinctoria (also called 'Dyer's 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 tinctoria 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 tinctoria 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymelaea tinctoria can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Thymelaea tinctoria

Thymelaea tinctoria is native to the Mediterranean region.

Thymelaea tinctoria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymelaea tinctoria?

Thymelaea tinctoria

What is the family of Thymelaea tinctoria?

Thymelaeaceae

Where is Thymelaea tinctoria found?

It is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

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