Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.Wan & C.C.Huang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 25: 396 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637177
Common Names
- Aspidistra acetabuliformis
- Acetabuliformis Aspidistra
- Acetabuliformis
Description
Aspidistra acetabuliformis (also called bowl-shaped aspidistra, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to East Asia. It has a woody stem with multiple branches and small, oval leaves. The flowers are small and white, and the plant grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidistra acetabuliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aspidistra acetabuliformis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidistra acetabuliformis is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Aspidistra acetabuliformis
Aspidistra acetabuliformis is native to East Asia.
Aspidistra acetabuliformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidistra acetabuliformis?
Aspidistra acetabuliformis
What is the common name of Aspidistra acetabuliformis?
Cup-shaped Aspidistra
What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra acetabuliformis?
Tropical forests
Species in the Aspidistra genus
Aspidistra acetabuliformis,
Aspidistra austrosinensis,
Aspidistra caespitosa,
Aspidistra carinata,
Aspidistra cavicola,
Aspidistra claviformis,
Aspidistra cruciformis,
Aspidistra cyathiflora,
Aspidistra daibuensis,
Aspidistra dolichanthera,
Aspidistra ebianensis,
Aspidistra elatior,
Aspidistra fasciaria,
Aspidistra fenghuangensis,
Aspidistra fimbriata,
Aspidistra flaviflora,
Aspidistra fungilliformis,
Aspidistra glandulosa,
Aspidistra hekouensis,
Aspidistra leshanensis,
Aspidistra leyeensis,
Aspidistra linearifolia,
Aspidistra longanensis,
Aspidistra longifolia,
Aspidistra longiloba,
Aspidistra longipedunculata,
Aspidistra longipetala,
Aspidistra luodianensis,
Aspidistra lurida,
Aspidistra marginella,
Aspidistra minutiflora,
Aspidistra muricata,
Aspidistra mushaensis,
Aspidistra oblanceifolia,
Aspidistra oblongifolia,
Aspidistra omeiensis,
Aspidistra patentiloba,
Aspidistra punctata,
Aspidistra retusa,
Aspidistra saxicola,
Aspidistra sichuanensis,
Aspidistra subrotata,
Aspidistra sutepensis,
Aspidistra tonkinensis,
Aspidistra triloba,
Aspidistra typica,
Aspidistra urceolata,
Aspidistra xilinensis,
Aspidistra zongbayi,
Aspidistra alternativa,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,
References
Yu Wan (1937-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Wan' in the authors string.