Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
ornata
ID:
1544050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dancák, Hrones & Sochor

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 50: 66 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000024985



Common Names

  • Thismia ornata
  • Ornata Thismia
  • Thismia


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Description

Thismia ornata (also called 'Ornate Thismia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia and Australia. It has a small, underground stem and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thismia ornata is an ornamental plant used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thismia ornata is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thismia ornata is a species of flowering plant in the Burmanniaceae family. It is native to India. The plant can be propagated by seed or by division of the plant. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. Water should be applied to the plant regularly, but not to the point of saturation.

Where to Find Thismia ornata

Thismia ornata is found in the forests of Southeast Asia.

Thismia ornata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thismia ornata?

Thismia ornata

What is the natural habitat of Thismia ornata?

Thismia ornata is native to India.

What are the common names of Thismia ornata?

Thismia ornata is commonly known as Ornate Thismia.

Species in the Thismia genus

Thismia abei, Thismia alba, Thismia americana, Thismia appendiculata, Thismia arachnites, Thismia aseroe, Thismia bifida, Thismia brunonis, Thismia caudata, Thismia chrysops, Thismia clandestina, Thismia clavarioides, Thismia crocea, Thismia episcopalis, Thismia espirito-santensis, Thismia fumida, Thismia fungiformis, Thismia gardneriana, Thismia glaziovii, Thismia goodii, Thismia grandiflora, Thismia hyalina, Thismia iguassuensis, Thismia janeirensis, Thismia javanica, Thismia labiata, Thismia lauriana, Thismia luetzelburgii, Thismia macahensis, Thismia melanomitra, Thismia mirabilis, Thismia neptunis, Thismia ophiuris, Thismia panamensis, Thismia racemosa, Thismia rodwayi, Thismia saulensis, Thismia singeri, Thismia taiwanensis, Thismia tuberculata, Thismia yorkensis, Thismia mullerensis, Thismia annamensis, Thismia tentaculata, Thismia angustimitra, Thismia huangii, Thismia betung-kerihunensis, Thismia prataensis, Thismia kelantanensis, Thismia filiformis,

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77209285-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.