Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
lanhsuense
ID:
633899

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Yamaz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 43: 168 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633231



Common Names

  • Cynanchum lanhsuense
  • Lanhsu Swallow-wort
  • Mexican Swallow-wort


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Description

Cynanchum lanhsuense (also called Lanhsu swallowwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It grows in moist grasslands, forests, and meadows, and has long, thin, light green leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cynanchum lanhsuense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally, as its leaves are believed to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynanchum lanhsuense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynanchum lanhsuense is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Cynanchum lanhsuense

Cynanchum lanhsuense is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangxi, Guizhou, and Yunnan.

Cynanchum lanhsuense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynanchum lanhsuense?

Cynanchum lanhsuense

What is the common name of Cynanchum lanhsuense?

Lanhsue Swallow-wort

What is the natural habitat of Cynanchum lanhsuense?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Cynanchum genus

Cynanchum absconditum, Cynanchum abyssinicum, Cynanchum acidum, Cynanchum aculeatum, Cynanchum acuminatum, Cynanchum acutifolium, Cynanchum acutum, Cynanchum adalinae, Cynanchum africanum, Cynanchum alatum, Cynanchum altiscandens, Cynanchum ambovombense, Cynanchum ampanihense, Cynanchum analamazaotrense, Cynanchum anderssonii, Cynanchum andringitrense, Cynanchum angavokeliense, Cynanchum ansamalense, Cynanchum anthonyanum, Cynanchum antsiranense, Cynanchum appendiculatopsis, Cynanchum appendiculatum, Cynanchum arenarium, Cynanchum auriculatum, Cynanchum balense, Cynanchum baronii, Cynanchum batangense, Cynanchum beatricis, Cynanchum bernardii, Cynanchum bicampanulatum, Cynanchum bifidum, Cynanchum bisinuatum, Cynanchum blandum, Cynanchum blyttioides, Cynanchum bonariense, Cynanchum bosseri, Cynanchum boudieri, Cynanchum boveanum, Cynanchum bowmanii, Cynanchum brasiliense, Cynanchum brevicoronatum, Cynanchum bricenoi, Cynanchum bulligerum, Cynanchum bungei, Cynanchum callialatum, Cynanchum carautanum, Cynanchum caudigerum, Cynanchum celebicum, Cynanchum chanchanense, Cynanchum chinense,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2751225: Based on the initial data import
Takasi Yamazaki (1921-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yamaz.' in the authors string.