Thymelaea virescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virescens
ID:
1283003
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 554 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282341
Common Names
- Green Thymelaea
- Green Thymelaea Plant
- Green Thymelaea Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thymelaea virescens (also called Mediterranean Saltwort, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thymelaea virescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thymelaea virescens has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round with a smooth, dark brown surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thymelaea virescens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is easily propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Thymelaea virescens
Thymelaea virescens can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Thymelaea virescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thymelaea virescens?
Thymelaea virescens
What is the common name of Thymelaea virescens?
Green Thymelaea
What type of plant is Thymelaea virescens?
Herbaceous perennial
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 tro-50317055: Based on the initial data import
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.