Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
siamensis
ID:
343619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 71: 620 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342951



Common Names

  • Blachia Siamensis
  • Siamensis Blachia
  • Blachia Siamensis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Blachia jatrophifolia siamensis Craib [unknown]

Description

Blachia siamensis (also called Siam Blachia, among many other common names) is a tropical perennial plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen herbaceous plant with long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves that are dark green on top and striped underneath. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Blachia siamensis is a popular houseplant due to its beautiful foliage. It is often used as a decorative plant in homes and offices. It is also known to purify the air and reduce stress levels.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blachia siamensis is a small, yellow flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blachia siamensis is a terrestrial orchid species that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months.

Where to Find Blachia siamensis

Blachia siamensis can be found in tropical rainforests in Thailand.

Blachia siamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blachia siamensis?

Blachia siamensis

What is the common name of Blachia siamensis?

Siam Blachia

What is the natural habitat of Blachia siamensis?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22310: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.