Tainia hennisiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hennisiana
ID:
321170
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) P.F.Hunt
Source:
wcs
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 26: 182 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320502
Common Names
- Tainia hennisiana
- Hennisiana Tainia
- Hennisiana Orchid
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- Ascotainia hennisiana Schltr. [unknown]
- Ania hennisiana (Schltr.) Senghas [unknown]
Description
Tainia hennisiana (also called Hennis' Tainia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar and is found in grasslands and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tainia hennisiana 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 hennisiana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tainia hennisiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 21-27°C (70-80°F). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment and water regularly.
Where to Find Tainia hennisiana
Tainia hennisiana can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Tainia hennisiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tainia hennisiana?
Tainia hennisiana
What type of plant is Tainia hennisiana?
Tainia hennisiana is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Tainia hennisiana found?
Tainia hennisiana is native to Thailand and Vietnam.
Species in the Tainia genus
Tainia bicornis, Tainia cordifolia, Tainia dunnii, Tainia elliptica, Tainia hennisiana, Tainia hualienia, Tainia latifolia, Tainia laxiflora, Tainia macrantha, Tainia maingayi, Tainia minor, Tainia obpandurata, Tainia papuana, Tainia paucifolia, Tainia purpureifolia, Tainia scapigera, Tainia speciosa, Tainia trinervis, Tainia vegetissima, Tainia viridifusca, Tainia wrayana, Tainia ponggolensis, Tainia crassa, Tainia marmorata, Tainia serratiloba, Tainia longiscapa, Tainia megalantha, Tainia simondii,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-201298: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Peter Francis Hunt (1936-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.F.Hunt' in the authors string.