Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
graminifolia
ID:
1335763

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & Tillich

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Wulfenia 23: 60 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348217

Common Names

  • Aspidistra graminifolia
  • Graminifolia Aspidistra
  • Graminifolia Aspidistra

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Description

Aspidistra graminifolia (also called Graminifolia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with a maximum height of about 1 meter. It is native to the Chinese provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan, and is found in the alpine meadows of the Himalayas. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra graminifolia is used as a ground cover in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidistra graminifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra graminifolia can be propagated by division. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Aspidistra graminifolia

Aspidistra graminifolia is native to China and can be found in the temperate deciduous forest.

Aspidistra graminifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Aspidistra graminifolia?

Aspidistra graminifolia is commonly known as the Graminifolia Aspidistra.

What is the native range of Aspidistra graminifolia?

Aspidistra graminifolia is native to China.

What is the growth habit of Aspidistra graminifolia?

Aspidistra graminifolia is an evergreen perennial with a spreading growth habit.

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

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Hans-Jürgen Tillich (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tillich' in the authors string.