Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
siamense
ID:
411158

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Imlay

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 137 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410490



Common Names

  • Siamese Thysanostigma
  • Siamense Thysanostigma
  • Thysanostigma Siamense


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Description

Thysanostigma siamense (also called 'Siamese Thysanostigma' and 'Siamese Star Cactus', among many other common names) is a small, globular cactus native to Southeast Asia. It has short, cylindrical stems with a diameter of up to 4 cm, and is covered with spines. It is found in rocky, dry areas and in grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanostigma siamense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thysanostigma siamense has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanostigma siamense is an evergreen shrub native to Thailand. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought-tolerant once established and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Thysanostigma siamense

Thysanostigma siamense is native to Thailand and can be found in moist, shady areas of the country.

Thysanostigma siamense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanostigma siamense?

Thysanostigma siamense

What is the common name of Thysanostigma siamense?

Siam Clock Vine

Where does Thysanostigma siamense originate from?

Tropical Asia

Species in the Thysanostigma genus

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

Joan B. Imlay (1912-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Imlay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:56498-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.