Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 28: t. 2708 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410969
Common Names
- Bretschneidera Sinensis
- Sinensis
- Sinensis Bretschneidera
Synonyms
- Bretschneidera yunshanensis Chun & F.C.How [unknown]
Description
Bretschneidera sinensis (also called Chinese pipewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has a basal rosette of linear leaves and a single flower head with white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open areas and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Bretschneidera sinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has also been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bretschneidera sinensis has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bretschneidera sinensis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination. Once established, this plant requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Bretschneidera sinensis
Bretschneidera sinensis can be found in China.
Bretschneidera sinensis FAQ
What is the common name of Bretschneidera sinensis?
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What is the scientific name of Chinese Bretschneidera?
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What is the family of Bretschneidera sinensis?
Sapindaceae
Species in the Bretschneidera genus
Species in the Akaniaceae family