Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
unguiculata
ID:
1324472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
J. Sci. (Hanoi) 21(3): 50 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336926



Common Names

  • Burmannia Unguiculata
  • Unguiculata
  • Burmannia


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Description

Burmannia unguiculata (also called 'Finger Burmannia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Burmanniaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It grows in dry, open areas and can be found in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Burmannia unguiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for decoration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Burmannia unguiculata has yellow flowers with a yellow center and a short, tubular corolla. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings have short, broad leaves and a green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Burmannia unguiculata is a small herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every few months with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Burmannia unguiculata

Burmannia unguiculata is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Burmannia unguiculata FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Burmannia unguiculata?

Burmannia unguiculata prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What are the blooming times for Burmannia unguiculata?

Burmannia unguiculata blooms in late spring and early summer.

What is the average size of Burmannia unguiculata?

Burmannia unguiculata typically grows to be 1-2 feet tall and wide.

Species in the Burmannia genus

Burmannia alba, Burmannia aprica, Burmannia australis, Burmannia bicolor, Burmannia bifaria, Burmannia biflora, Burmannia candelabrum, Burmannia candida, Burmannia capitata, Burmannia championii, Burmannia chinensis, Burmannia cochinchinensis, Burmannia coelestis, Burmannia compacta, Burmannia connata, Burmannia cryptopetala, Burmannia damazii, Burmannia dasyantha, Burmannia disticha, Burmannia engganensis, Burmannia filamentosa, Burmannia flava, Burmannia foliosa, Burmannia geelvinkiana, Burmannia gracilis, Burmannia grandiflora, Burmannia hexaptera, Burmannia indica, Burmannia itoana, Burmannia jonkeri, Burmannia juncea, Burmannia kalbreyeri, Burmannia larseniana, Burmannia latialata, Burmannia ledermannii, Burmannia longifolia, Burmannia luteoalba, Burmannia lutescens, Burmannia madagascariensis, Burmannia malasica, Burmannia micropetala, Burmannia nepalensis, Burmannia oblonga, Burmannia polygaloides, Burmannia pusilla, Burmannia sanariapoana, Burmannia sphagnoides, Burmannia steenisii, Burmannia stricta, Burmannia stuebelii,

Species in the Burmanniaceae family

Afrothismia baerae, Afrothismia foertheriana, Afrothismia gesnerioides, Afrothismia insignis, Afrothismia pachyantha, Afrothismia saingei, Afrothismia winkleri, Afrothismia hydra, Afrothismia korupensis, Afrothismia mhoroana, Afrothismia amietii, Afrothismia zambesiaca, Afrothismia fungiformis, Afrothismia pusilla, Afrothismia kupensis, Apteria aphylla, Burmannia alba, Burmannia aprica, Burmannia australis, Burmannia bicolor, Burmannia bifaria, Burmannia biflora, Burmannia candelabrum, Burmannia candida, Burmannia capitata, Burmannia championii, Burmannia chinensis, Burmannia cochinchinensis, Burmannia coelestis, Burmannia compacta, Burmannia connata, Burmannia cryptopetala, Burmannia damazii, Burmannia dasyantha, Burmannia disticha, Burmannia engganensis, Burmannia filamentosa, Burmannia flava, Burmannia foliosa, Burmannia geelvinkiana, Burmannia gracilis, Burmannia grandiflora, Burmannia hexaptera, Burmannia indica, Burmannia itoana, Burmannia jonkeri, Burmannia juncea, Burmannia kalbreyeri, Burmannia larseniana, Burmannia latialata,

References

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77131847-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.