Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
minor
ID:
745584

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Kato & Koi

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 61: 57 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744917



Common Names

  • Terniopsis Minor
  • Terniopsis
  • Minor


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Description

Terniopsis minor (also called Small Terniopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Thailand. It is found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Terniopsis minor is used as an ornamental plant and for timber. It has medicinal uses, such as for treating fever, and is also used to make rope.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Terniopsis minor is small and white, with four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terniopsis minor is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Terniopsis minor

Terniopsis minor is native to Thailand and can be found in the tropical rainforest.

Terniopsis minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terniopsis minor?

Terniopsis minor

What is the native range of Terniopsis minor?

Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Terniopsis minor?

Up to 1 meter

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Satoshi Koi (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koi' in the authors string.