Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Carrillo & Pérez-Calix
Source:
ksu
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 84: 10 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510523
Common Names
- Thompsonella nellydiegoae
- Nellydiegoae Thompsonella
- Nellydiegoae
Description
Thompsonella nellydiegoae (also called Nelly Diego's Thompsonella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist lowland forests. It is a shrub with long, narrow leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Thompsonella nellydiegoae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Thompsonella nellydiegoae are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thompsonella nellydiegoae is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Thompsonella nellydiegoae
Thompsonella nellydiegoae is native to Colombia and can be found in moist, lowland forests and in swampy areas.
Thompsonella nellydiegoae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thompsonella nellydiegoae?
Thompsonella nellydiegoae
What is the common name of Thompsonella nellydiegoae?
Unknown
What is the family of Thompsonella nellydiegoae?
Asteraceae
Species in the Thompsonella genus
Species in the Crassulaceae family
Adromischus alstonii,
Adromischus bicolor,
Adromischus caryophyllaceus,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus cristatus,
Adromischus diabolicus,
Adromischus fallax,
Adromischus filicaulis,
Adromischus hemisphericus,
Adromischus humilis,
Adromischus inamoenus,
Adromischus leucophyllus,
Adromischus liebenbergii,
Adromischus maculatus,
Adromischus mammillaris,
Adromischus marianae,
Adromischus maximus,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus nanus,
Adromischus phillipsiae,
Adromischus roaneanus,
Adromischus schuldtianus,
Adromischus sphenophyllus,
Adromischus subdistichus,
Adromischus subviridis,
Adromischus triflorus,
Adromischus trigynus,
Adromischus umbraticola,
Adromischus coleorum,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus triflorus,
Aeonium loartei,
Aeonium uhlii,
Aeonium aguajilvense,
Aeonium aizoon,
Aeonium anagense,
Aeonium anagensis,
Aeonium appendiculatum,
Aeonium arboreum,
Aeonium aureum,
Aeonium balsamiferum,
Aeonium barbatum,
Aeonium beltranii,
Aeonium bollei,
Aeonium burchardii,
Aeonium canariense,
Aeonium castellodecorum,
Aeonium castello-paivae,
Aeonium ciliatum,
References
Pablo Carillo-Reyes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Carrillo' in the authors string.