Thelasis rhomboglossa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhomboglossa
ID:
323548
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kraenzl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 50(50): 39 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322880
Common Names
- Thelasis rhomboglossa
- Rhomboglossa Thelasis
- Rhomboglossa's Thelasis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Oxyanthera rhomboglossa Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Thelasis rhomboglossa (also called Rhomboid-tongued Thelasis, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Thelasis rhomboglossa is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thelasis rhomboglossa 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thelasis rhomboglossa is an evergreen shrub that is native to India. 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 rhomboglossa
Thelasis rhomboglossa can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Thelasis rhomboglossa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thelasis rhomboglossa?
Thelasis rhomboglossa
What is the common name of Thelasis rhomboglossa?
Rhomboid Thelasis
What is the natural habitat of Thelasis rhomboglossa?
Tropical rainforests
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-203643: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.