Status:
valid
Authors:
W.Forst., F.Barros & V.C.Souza
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 490 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333426
Common Names
- Octomeria
- Tellina
- Tropical Daisy
Description
Octomeria tellina (also called Tellina Octomeria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical forests. It is a small, herbaceous perennial with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Octomeria tellina is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octomeria tellina has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green tube. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octomeria tellina is a perennial evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Octomeria tellina
Octomeria tellina is native to the Western Ghats of India. It is found in moist deciduous and evergreen forests at elevations of 300-1800 m.
Octomeria tellina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octomeria tellina?
Octomeria tellina
What is the common name of Octomeria tellina?
Octomeria tellina
Where is Octomeria tellina native to?
Brazil
Species in the Octomeria genus
Octomeria aetheoantha,
Octomeria albiflora,
Octomeria albopurpurea,
Octomeria alexandri,
Octomeria aloefolia,
Octomeria alpina,
Octomeria anceps,
Octomeria anomala,
Octomeria bradei,
Octomeria caetensis,
Octomeria caldensis,
Octomeria callosa,
Octomeria campos-portoi,
Octomeria cariocana,
Octomeria chamaeleptotes,
Octomeria chloidophylla,
Octomeria cochlearis,
Octomeria colombiana,
Octomeria concolor,
Octomeria connellii,
Octomeria cordilabia,
Octomeria costaricensis,
Octomeria crassifolia,
Octomeria crassilabia,
Octomeria cucullata,
Octomeria decipiens,
Octomeria decumbens,
Octomeria dentifera,
Octomeria diaphana,
Octomeria edmundoi,
Octomeria ementosa,
Octomeria erosilabia,
Octomeria estrellensis,
Octomeria exchlorophyllata,
Octomeria exigua,
Octomeria fasciculata,
Octomeria fialhoensis,
Octomeria fibrifera,
Octomeria filifolia,
Octomeria fimbriata,
Octomeria flabellifera,
Octomeria flaviflora,
Octomeria ffrenchiana,
Octomeria gehrtii,
Octomeria gemmula,
Octomeria geraensis,
Octomeria glazioveana,
Octomeria gracilicaulis,
Octomeria gracilis,
Octomeria graminifolia,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,
References
Wellington Forster: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Forst.' in the authors string.