Status:
valid
Authors:
C.T.Lu & J.C.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Bot. Stud. (Taipei) 50: 230 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743325
Common Names
- Asarum Tawushanianum
- Tawushanianum Asarum
- Tawushanianum's Asarum
Description
Asarum tawushanianum (also called Tawushan Asarum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and produces purple flowers in the spring. It grows in moist, shady soils and is often found in forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Asarum tawushanianum is a small, herbaceous perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small white flowers and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for a low-maintenance garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asarum tawushanianum has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, fleshy, succulent leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asarum tawushanianum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. To cultivate it, plant the divisions or seeds in a well-draining soil mix and place in a shady spot. Water the plant regularly and fertilize every few weeks.
Where to Find Asarum tawushanianum
Asarum tawushanianum can be found in the mountains of China.
Asarum tawushanianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asarum tawushanianum?
Asarum tawushanianum
What is the family of Asarum tawushanianum?
Aristolochiaceae
What is the natural habitat of Asarum tawushanianum?
Mountainous regions of Central Asia
Species in the Asarum genus
Asarum costatum,
Asarum dilatatum,
Asarum kinoshitae,
Asarum majale,
Asarum maruyamae,
Asarum megacalyx,
Asarum mikuniense,
Asarum tohokuense,
Asarum arifolium,
Asarum asaroides,
Asarum asperum,
Asarum balansae,
Asarum bashanense,
Asarum blumei,
Asarum campaniflorum,
Asarum canadense,
Asarum cardiophyllum,
Asarum caucasicum,
Asarum caudatum,
Asarum caudigerellum,
Asarum caudigerum,
Asarum caulescens,
Asarum celsum,
Asarum chengkouense,
Asarum chinense,
Asarum contractum,
Asarum cordifolium,
Asarum costatum,
Asarum crassisepalum,
Asarum crassum,
Asarum crispulatum,
Asarum curvistigma,
Asarum debile,
Asarum delavayi,
Asarum dilatatum,
Asarum dissitum,
Asarum epigynum,
Asarum europaeum,
Asarum fauriei,
Asarum forbesii,
Asarum fudsinoi,
Asarum fukienense,
Asarum gelasinum,
Asarum geophilum,
Asarum glabrum,
Asarum gusk,
Asarum hartwegii,
Asarum hatsushimae,
Asarum heterophyllum,
Asarum heterotropoides,
Species in the Aristolochiaceae family
Aristolochia hansenii,
Aristolochia kongkandae,
Aristolochia manantlanensis,
Aristolochia meridionalis,
Aristolochia perangustifolia,
Aristolochia poomae,
Aristolochia yalaensis,
Aristolochia emiliae,
Aristolochia acontophylla,
Aristolochia acuminata,
Aristolochia acutifolia,
Aristolochia albertiana,
Aristolochia albida,
Aristolochia amara,
Aristolochia andina,
Aristolochia anguicida,
Aristolochia angustifolia,
Aristolochia apoloensis,
Aristolochia arborea,
Aristolochia arborescens,
Aristolochia arcuata,
Aristolochia arenicola,
Aristolochia argentina,
Aristolochia asclepiadifolia,
Aristolochia asperifolia,
Aristolochia atropurpurea,
Aristolochia auricularia,
Aristolochia austrochinensis,
Aristolochia austroszechuanica,
Aristolochia austroyunnanensis,
Aristolochia baenzigeri,
Aristolochia baetica,
Aristolochia bahiensis,
Aristolochia balansae,
Aristolochia bambusifolia,
Aristolochia baracoensis,
Aristolochia barbourii,
Aristolochia baseri,
Aristolochia batucensis,
Aristolochia bianorii,
Aristolochia bicolor,
Aristolochia bilabiata,
Aristolochia billardierei,
Aristolochia bilobata,
Aristolochia birostris,
Aristolochia boliviensis,
Aristolochia boosii,
Aristolochia bottae,
Aristolochia bracteolata,
Aristolochia bracteosa,
References
Chang Tse Lu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.Lu' in the authors string.