Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bicornis
ID:
321139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 5: 54 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320471

Common Names

  • Tainia bicornis
  • Bicornis Tainia
  • Bicornis Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Mitopetalum bicorne Blume [unknown]
  • Mitopetalum wightii Blume [unknown]
  • Eria bicornis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Eria wightii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Ania bicornis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ania latifolia Wight [illegitimate]

Description

Tainia bicornis (also called 'Two-horned Tainia', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with a single, short, erect stem and two opposite, deciduous leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to Thailand, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows on the ground in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tainia bicornis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tainia bicornis is small and white, with a yellow-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tainia bicornis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a potting mix. Once established, Tainia bicornis requires little care and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Tainia bicornis

Tainia bicornis can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Tainia bicornis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tainia bicornis?

Tainia bicornis

What type of plant is Tainia bicornis?

Herb

Where is Tainia bicornis found?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References