Status:
valid
Authors:
C.T.Lu & J.C.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Bot. Stud. (Taipei) 50: 237 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743326
Common Names
- Asarum Villisepalum
- Villisepalum Asarum
- Villisepalum's Asarum
Description
Asarum villisepalum (also called Wild Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with heart-shaped leaves and small, reddish-purple flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist, shaded woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Asarum villisepalum 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 villisepalum 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 villisepalum 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 villisepalum
Asarum villisepalum can be found in the mountains of China.
Asarum villisepalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asarum villisepalum?
Asarum villisepalum
What is the family of Asarum villisepalum?
Aristolochiaceae
What is the natural habitat of Asarum villisepalum?
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.