Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
okhaensis
ID:
1327288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luu, Tich, G.Tran & Dinh

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 164: 190 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339742

Common Names

  • Thismia Okhaensis
  • Okhaensis Thismia
  • Okhaensis's Thismia

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Description

Thismia okhaensis (also called Okha Thismia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to India. It has a single stem and grows to a height of about 15 cm. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are white and tubular. It grows in moist and shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Thismia okhaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thismia okhaensis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thismia okhaensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is best to plant the seeds in early spring or late fall. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Thismia okhaensis

Thismia okhaensis is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Thismia okhaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thismia okhaensis?

Thismia okhaensis

What is the common name of Thismia okhaensis?

Okha Thismia

What is the natural habitat of Thismia okhaensis?

Grassy slopes and rocky areas

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,

References

Nguyen Thien Tich: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tich' in the authors string.
Hong Truong Luu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luu' in the authors string.
G. Tran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Tran' in the authors string.
Quang Diệp Đinh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Đinh' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77140328-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.