Status:
valid
Authors:
Yan Liu & C.R.Lin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 49: 193 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335264
Common Names
- Aspidistra jingxiensis
- Jingxien Aspidistra
- Jingxien Cast Iron Plant
Description
Aspidistra jingxiensis (also called Jingxi Aspidistra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It has glossy, dark green leaves and bears white or pink flowers. Aspidistra jingxiensis is found in tropical rainforests and moist woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidistra jingxiensis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspidistra jingxiensis is white in color with a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and long with a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidistra jingxiensis is an evergreen perennial that is native to China. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Aspidistra jingxiensis
Aspidistra jingxiensis can be found in China.
Aspidistra jingxiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidistra jingxiensis?
Aspidistra jingxiensis
What is the common name of Aspidistra jingxiensis?
Jingxiensis Aspidistra
What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra jingxiensis?
It is found in the temperate and subtropical forests of 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
Yan Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yan Liu' in the authors string.
Chun Rui Lin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.R.Lin' in the authors string.