Description
Orophea yunnanensis (also called Yunnan Orophea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree that can grow up to 25 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is typically found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Orophea yunnanensis has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orophea yunnanensis is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellowish-green calyx. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green in color, with a long, thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.