Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
anatina
ID:
410932

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benoist

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 11: 148 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410264

Common Names

  • Anatina Thunbergia
  • Anatina Clock Vine
  • Anatina Clockvine

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Description

Thunbergia anatina (also called Anatina Thunbergia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a woody, evergreen climber with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It can reach up to 10 meters in height, and is found in moist and shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thunbergia anatina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for making garlands and decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thunbergia anatina is a bright yellow, trumpet-shaped bloom with a long, slender tube. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thunbergia anatina is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Thunbergia anatina

Thunbergia anatina can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Thunbergia anatina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thunbergia anatina?

Thunbergia anatina

What is the common name of Thunbergia anatina?

Duck Clock Vine

What is the natural habitat of Thunbergia anatina?

Thunbergia anatina is native to tropical Africa and Asia.

Species in the Thunbergia genus

Thunbergia kirkii, Thunbergia liebrechtsiana, Thunbergia lamellata, Thunbergia lancifolia, Thunbergia ilocana, Thunbergia hossei, Thunbergia huillensis, Thunbergia kangeanensis, Thunbergia javanica, Thunbergia jayii, Thunbergia mauginii, Thunbergia nivea, Thunbergia erythraeae, Thunbergia malangana, Thunbergia mechowii, Thunbergia macalensis, Thunbergia fragrans, Thunbergia eymae, Thunbergia fasciculata, Thunbergia geoffrayi, Thunbergia hirsuta, Thunbergia hastata, Thunbergia hawtayneana, Thunbergia hebecocca, Thunbergia hederifolia, Thunbergia gossweileri, Thunbergia grandiflora, Thunbergia gregorii, Thunbergia oubanguiensis, Thunbergia pynaertii, Thunbergia ridleyi, Thunbergia quadricostata, Thunbergia recasa, Thunbergia retefolia, Thunbergia quadrialata, Thunbergia palawanensis, Thunbergia papilionacea, Thunbergia papuana, Thunbergia parviflora, Thunbergia parvifolia, Thunbergia pleistodonta, Thunbergia paulitschkeana, Thunbergia stenochlamys, Thunbergia smilacifolia, Thunbergia subcordatifolia, Thunbergia rogersii, Thunbergia sessilis, Thunbergia siantanensis, Thunbergia similis, Thunbergia erecta,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.