Thunbergia alata Bojer ex Sims var. alba
See Thunbergia alata Bojer ex Sims. Alba is a naturally occurring variety with white flowers with a dark centre. [RHSD, Hortus].
Horticultural & Botanical History
‘This beautiful and interesting plant has so striking a resemblance to Thunbergia alata, in every important particular, except the colour of the corolla, that we are lead to consider it merely a variety of that species. It is unquestionably a most desirable plant, being so well adapted for training up the raftyers of the stove, or other convenient places, where its loveliness can be clearly seen.’ [MB p.28/1836]. Figured in the Floricultural Cabinet, the illustration used here [FC p.73/1836].
History at Camden Park
Listed in all published catalogues [H.223/1843].
Notes
Published Oct 15, 2009 - 05:16 PM | Last updated May 02, 2011 - 11:56 AM
Thunbergia alata Bojer ex Sims var. alba | FC p.73/1836 | BHL. T. alata alba is at top right.
| Family | Acanthaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Tropical Africa |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | White Black-eyed Susan |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Thunbergia alata alba |
| Confidence level | high |
