Tainia elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
321155
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fukuy.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 49: 293 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320487
Common Names
- Tainia elliptica
- Elliptic Tainia
- Elliptic Orchid
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- Tainia shimadai elliptica (Fukuy.) S.S.Ying [unknown]
Description
Tainia elliptica (also called 'Elliptical Tainia', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with a single, short, erect stem and two opposite, deciduous leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to Thailand, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows on the ground in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tainia elliptica is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tainia elliptica is small and white, with a yellow-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tainia elliptica is a tropical plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Alternatively, cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix.
Where to Find Tainia elliptica
Tainia elliptica can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Tainia elliptica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tainia elliptica?
Tainia elliptica
What type of plant is Tainia elliptica?
Tainia elliptica is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Tainia elliptica found?
Tainia elliptica is native to Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.
Species in the Tainia genus
Tainia bicornis, Tainia cordifolia, Tainia dunnii, Tainia elliptica, Tainia hennisiana, Tainia hualienia, Tainia latifolia, Tainia laxiflora, Tainia macrantha, Tainia maingayi, Tainia minor, Tainia obpandurata, Tainia papuana, Tainia paucifolia, Tainia purpureifolia, Tainia scapigera, Tainia speciosa, Tainia trinervis, Tainia vegetissima, Tainia viridifusca, Tainia wrayana, Tainia ponggolensis, Tainia crassa, Tainia marmorata, Tainia serratiloba, Tainia longiscapa, Tainia megalantha, Tainia simondii,
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
Noriaki Fukuyama (1912-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fukuy.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:659761-1: Based on the initial data import