Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 7: 12 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342564
Common Names
- Burmannia Tenella
- Tenella Burmannia
- Tenella Bells
Description
Burmannia tenella (also called Burmannia tenella var. tenella, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in wet meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Burmannia tenella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal tea and to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Burmannia tenella is a small, white to yellowish-green flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, slender stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Burmannia tenella is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but will need more frequent watering in this situation. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division is also possible, with the clumps being divided in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Burmannia tenella
Burmannia tenella is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Burmannia tenella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Burmannia tenella?
Burmannia tenella
What is the growth habit of Burmannia tenella?
It is a herbaceous perennial plant.
What is the flower color of Burmannia tenella?
The flowers are yellow or white.
Species in the Burmannia genus
Burmannia alba,
Burmannia aprica,
Burmannia australis,
Burmannia bicolor,
Burmannia bifaria,
Burmannia biflora,
Burmannia candelabrum,
Burmannia candida,
Burmannia capitata,
Burmannia championii,
Burmannia chinensis,
Burmannia cochinchinensis,
Burmannia coelestis,
Burmannia compacta,
Burmannia connata,
Burmannia cryptopetala,
Burmannia damazii,
Burmannia dasyantha,
Burmannia disticha,
Burmannia engganensis,
Burmannia filamentosa,
Burmannia flava,
Burmannia foliosa,
Burmannia geelvinkiana,
Burmannia gracilis,
Burmannia grandiflora,
Burmannia hexaptera,
Burmannia indica,
Burmannia itoana,
Burmannia jonkeri,
Burmannia juncea,
Burmannia kalbreyeri,
Burmannia larseniana,
Burmannia latialata,
Burmannia ledermannii,
Burmannia longifolia,
Burmannia luteoalba,
Burmannia lutescens,
Burmannia madagascariensis,
Burmannia malasica,
Burmannia micropetala,
Burmannia nepalensis,
Burmannia oblonga,
Burmannia polygaloides,
Burmannia pusilla,
Burmannia sanariapoana,
Burmannia sphagnoides,
Burmannia steenisii,
Burmannia stricta,
Burmannia stuebelii,
Species in the Burmanniaceae family
Afrothismia baerae,
Afrothismia foertheriana,
Afrothismia gesnerioides,
Afrothismia insignis,
Afrothismia pachyantha,
Afrothismia saingei,
Afrothismia winkleri,
Afrothismia hydra,
Afrothismia korupensis,
Afrothismia mhoroana,
Afrothismia amietii,
Afrothismia zambesiaca,
Afrothismia fungiformis,
Afrothismia pusilla,
Afrothismia kupensis,
Apteria aphylla,
Burmannia alba,
Burmannia aprica,
Burmannia australis,
Burmannia bicolor,
Burmannia bifaria,
Burmannia biflora,
Burmannia candelabrum,
Burmannia candida,
Burmannia capitata,
Burmannia championii,
Burmannia chinensis,
Burmannia cochinchinensis,
Burmannia coelestis,
Burmannia compacta,
Burmannia connata,
Burmannia cryptopetala,
Burmannia damazii,
Burmannia dasyantha,
Burmannia disticha,
Burmannia engganensis,
Burmannia filamentosa,
Burmannia flava,
Burmannia foliosa,
Burmannia geelvinkiana,
Burmannia gracilis,
Burmannia grandiflora,
Burmannia hexaptera,
Burmannia indica,
Burmannia itoana,
Burmannia jonkeri,
Burmannia juncea,
Burmannia kalbreyeri,
Burmannia larseniana,
Burmannia latialata,