Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudobirmanica
ID:
1326609

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Koyama) Bunwong, Chantar. & S.C.Keeley

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 37: 90 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339063





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Description

Okia pseudobirmanica (also called Pseudo-Burmese Okia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Okia pseudobirmanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Okia pseudobirmanica are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Okia pseudobirmanica is an evergreen shrub native to Myanmar. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings. The cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and kept moist until rooting.

Where to Find Okia pseudobirmanica

Okia pseudobirmanica is native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Okia pseudobirmanica FAQ

What are the common names of Okia pseudobirmanica?

False Burmese Okia

What is the natural habitat of Okia pseudobirmanica?

It is native to Myanmar

What are the uses of Okia pseudobirmanica?

It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant

Species in the Okia genus

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Hiroshige Koyama (1937-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Koyama' in the authors string.
Sterling C. Keeley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Keeley' in the authors string.
Sukhonthip Bunwong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunwong' in the authors string.
Pranom Chantaranothai (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantar.' in the authors string.