Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
guizhouensis
ID:
1329427

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Z.He & W.F.Xu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 202: 150 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341881

Common Names

  • Aspidistra Guizhouensis
  • Guizhouensis Aspidistra
  • Guizhou Aspidistra

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Description

Aspidistra guizhouensis (also called Guizhou Aspidistra, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has long, narrow leaves and showy, white flowers with purple centers. It is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra guizhouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in dry areas and can be used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra guizhouensis has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra guizhouensis is a perennial herb native to China. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several pieces, each with at least one root and one shoot. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Aspidistra guizhouensis

Aspidistra guizhouensis is native to China.

Aspidistra guizhouensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidistra guizhouensis?

Aspidistra guizhouensis

What is the family of Aspidistra guizhouensis?

Asparagaceae

Where is Aspidistra guizhouensis found?

China

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

Shun Zhi He: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Z.He' in the authors string.
Wen Fen Xu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Xu' in the authors string.