Status:
valid
Authors:
(Duby) Banfi & Galasso
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Inform. Bot. Ital. 46: 81 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340809
Common Names
- Oloptum thomasii
- Thomasii Oloptum
- Thomasii Plant
Description
Oloptum thomasii (also called Thomas' Oloptum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually near streams or rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Oloptum thomasii has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oloptum thomasii is white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oloptum thomasii is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Oloptum thomasii
Oloptum thomasii can be found in the Eastern Himalayas and South-East Asia.
Oloptum thomasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oloptum thomasii?
Oloptum thomasii
What is the common name of Oloptum thomasii?
Thomas' Oloptum
What is the natural habitat of Oloptum thomasii?
Grasslands and scrublands
Species in the Oloptum genus
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense,
Achnatherum pubicalyx,
Achnatherum sibiricum,
Achnatherum turcomanicum,
Achnatherum brandisii,
Achnatherum bromoides,
Achnatherum calamagrostis,
Achnatherum confusum,
Achnatherum inebrians,
Achnatherum jacquemontii,
Achnatherum virescens,
Achnatherum paradoxum,
Achnatherum nakaii,
Achnatherum pelliotii,
Achnatherum haussknechtii,
Achnatherum mandavillei,
Achnatherum pilosum,
Achnatherum parviflorum,
Achnatherum staintonii,
Aciachne acicularis,
Aciachne flagellifera,
Aciachne pulvinata,
Acidosasa breviclavata,
Acidosasa brilletii,
Acidosasa chinensis,
Acidosasa edulis,
Acidosasa glauca,
Acidosasa guangxiensis,
Acidosasa lingchuanensis,
Acidosasa nanunica,
Acidosasa notata,
Acidosasa purpurea,
Acidosasa venusta,
Acidosasa carinata,
Acostia gracilis,
Acrachne henrardiana,
Acrachne perrieri,
Acrachne racemosa,
Acritochaete volkensii,
Acroceras amplectens,
Acroceras attenuatum,
Acroceras boivinii,
Acroceras bosseri,
Acroceras calcicola,
Acroceras chaseae,
Acroceras diffusum,
Acroceras elegans,
Acroceras excavatum,
Acroceras fluminense,
Acroceras gabunense,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77143206-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].