Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
arnhemica
ID:
410937

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 9: 73 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410269

Common Names

  • Arnhemica Thunbergia
  • Arnhemica Clock Vine
  • Arnhemica Clockvine

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Description

Thunbergia arnhemica (also called Arnhem Thunbergia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Australia. 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 arnhemica is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thunbergia arnhemica 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 arnhemica 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 arnhemica

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

Thunbergia arnhemica FAQ

What is the common name of Thunbergia arnhemica?

Arnhem Clock Vine

What is the native range of Thunbergia arnhemica?

Northern Australia

What is the growth habit of Thunbergia arnhemica?

A fast-growing, climbing vine

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,

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