Tainia longiscapa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiscapa
ID:
837677
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Seidenf.) J.J.Wood & A.L.Lamb
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 2: 54 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837012
Common Names
- Tainia longiscapa
- Longiscapa Tainia
- Long-stalked Tainia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tainia longiscapa (also called Long-Stalked Tainia, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has thin, upright stems with small, green-brown leaves and tiny white flowers. It grows in humid, shady forests, often on the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Tainia longiscapa is an ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is known for its ability to tolerate low light and humidity levels.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tainia longiscapa is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.
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Tainia longiscapa can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, separate the clumps of the plant into smaller sections and replant them in the desired location. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination. Place the seedlings in a sunny spot and water regularly.
Where to Find Tainia longiscapa
Tainia longiscapa is native to India.
Tainia longiscapa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tainia longiscapa?
Tainia longiscapa
What is the common name of Tainia longiscapa?
Long-stalked Tainia
What is the natural habitat of Tainia longiscapa?
It is found in the tropical forests of India, Malaysia, and Thailand
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374327: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Anthony Lamb (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Lamb' in the authors string.