Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Orch. Java : 498 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322864
Common Names
- Thelasis javanica
- Javanica Thelasis
- Javanica's Thelasis
Description
Thelasis javanica (also called Java Thelasis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America and is found in lowland and montane rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thelasis javanica is used in traditional medicine as an antiseptic and for treating digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thelasis javanica has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thelasis javanica is an evergreen shrub that is native to Indonesia. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by stem cuttings in late spring.
Where to Find Thelasis javanica
Thelasis javanica can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Thelasis javanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelasis javanica?
Thelasis javanica
What is the common name of Thelasis javanica?
Javanese Thelasis
What type of plant is Thelasis javanica?
Herb
Species in the Thelasis genus
Thelasis angustifolia,
Thelasis bifolia,
Thelasis borneensis,
Thelasis capitata,
Thelasis carinata,
Thelasis carnosa,
Thelasis cebolleta,
Thelasis celebica,
Thelasis compacta,
Thelasis copelandii,
Thelasis cycloglossa,
Thelasis gautierensis,
Thelasis globiceps,
Thelasis javanica,
Thelasis khasiana,
Thelasis longifolia,
Thelasis macrobulbon,
Thelasis mamberamensis,
Thelasis micrantha,
Thelasis obtusa,
Thelasis pygmaea,
Thelasis rhomboglossa,
Thelasis sphaerocarpa,
Thelasis succosa,
Thelasis variabilis,
Thelasis pygmaea,
Thelasis perpusilla,
Thelasis wariana,
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,