Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
malasica
ID:
343203

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jonker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Burmann. : 152 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000342535

Common Names

  • Burmannia malasica
  • Malasica Burmannia
  • Malasica Grass

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Description

Burmannia malasica (also called Malayan Burmannia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has a tufted habit with narrow, linear leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Burmannia malasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Burmannia malasica has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Burmannia malasica is a small, herbaceous perennial that grows from rhizomes. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Burmannia malasica

Burmannia malasica can be found in Malaysia and Indonesia.

Burmannia malasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Burmannia malasica?

Burmannia malasica

What is the common name of Burmannia malasica?

Malaysian burmannia

What is the natural habitat of Burmannia malasica?

Burmannia malasica is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas

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,

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