Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tellina
ID:
1320972

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

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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.

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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

Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.
Vinicius Castro Souza (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.C.Souza' in the authors string.
Wellington Forster: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Forst.' in the authors string.