Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 9: 323 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572370
Common Names
- Brosimum lactescens
- Brosimum longifolium
- Brosimum melanopotamicum
Description
Thismia chrysops (also called Golden Thismia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Burmanniaceae. It is found in tropical Africa, with its native regions including Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria. It is a perennial herb, typically found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Thismia chrysops is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thismia chrysops is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thismia chrysops is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, bright location and should root within a few weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers.
Where to Find Thismia chrysops
Thismia chrysops is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Thismia chrysops FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thismia chrysops?
Thismia chrysops
What is the natural habitat of Thismia chrysops?
Thismia chrysops is found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia.
What is the flower color of Thismia chrysops?
The flowers of Thismia chrysops are usually white or yellow.
Species in the Thismia genus
Thismia abei,
Thismia alba,
Thismia americana,
Thismia appendiculata,
Thismia arachnites,
Thismia aseroe,
Thismia bifida,
Thismia brunonis,
Thismia caudata,
Thismia chrysops,
Thismia clandestina,
Thismia clavarioides,
Thismia crocea,
Thismia episcopalis,
Thismia espirito-santensis,
Thismia fumida,
Thismia fungiformis,
Thismia gardneriana,
Thismia glaziovii,
Thismia goodii,
Thismia grandiflora,
Thismia hyalina,
Thismia iguassuensis,
Thismia janeirensis,
Thismia javanica,
Thismia labiata,
Thismia lauriana,
Thismia luetzelburgii,
Thismia macahensis,
Thismia melanomitra,
Thismia mirabilis,
Thismia neptunis,
Thismia ophiuris,
Thismia panamensis,
Thismia racemosa,
Thismia rodwayi,
Thismia saulensis,
Thismia singeri,
Thismia taiwanensis,
Thismia tuberculata,
Thismia yorkensis,
Thismia mullerensis,
Thismia annamensis,
Thismia tentaculata,
Thismia angustimitra,
Thismia huangii,
Thismia betung-kerihunensis,
Thismia prataensis,
Thismia kelantanensis,
Thismia filiformis,
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,