Tainia speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
321218
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 354 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320550
Common Names
- Tainia speciosa
- Speciosa Tainia
- Tainia Speciosa
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- Mitopetalum speciosum Blume [unknown]
- Eria speciosa Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Tainia speciosa (also called Showy Tainia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar and is found in grasslands and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tainia speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tainia speciosa 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 speciosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 21-27°C (70-80°F). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment and water regularly.
Where to Find Tainia speciosa
Tainia speciosa is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It can be found growing in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Tainia speciosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tainia speciosa?
Tainia speciosa
What type of plant is Tainia speciosa?
Tainia speciosa is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Tainia speciosa found?
Tainia speciosa is native to Thailand and Vietnam.
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-201342: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.