Ochna thomasiana
Thomas' Bird's Eye Bush
Also known as: Ochna ciliata var. hildebrandtii Engl. +3 more
- Ochna ciliata var. hildebrandtii Engl.
- Ochna hildebrandtii Engl.
- Polythecium hildebrandtii (Engl.) Tiegh.
- Polythecium thomasianum (Engl. & Gilg) Tiegh.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Ochnaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Indigenous to Africa, Ochna thomasiana (commonly known as Thomas' Bird's-Eye Bush) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Ochnaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
East Tropical Africa, Northeast Tropical Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Hawaii, Society Is., Sri Lanka