Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
ribeiroi
ID:
1544051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engels, D.F.Silva & Soares-Lopes

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 429: 268 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000024986



Common Names

  • Thismia ribeiroi
  • Ribeiroi Thismia
  • Thismia


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Description

Thismia ribeiroi (also called 'Ribeiro's 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 ribeiroi 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

Thismia ribeiroi has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thismia ribeiroi is a species of flowering plant in the Burmanniaceae family. It is native to Brazil. 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 ribeiroi

Thismia ribeiroi is found in the forests of Southeast Asia.

Thismia ribeiroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thismia ribeiroi?

Thismia ribeiroi

What is the natural habitat of Thismia ribeiroi?

Thismia ribeiroi is native to India.

What are the common names of Thismia ribeiroi?

Thismia ribeiroi is commonly known as Indian 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:77205162-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.