Aspidistra longipetala - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipetala
ID:
637957
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Z.Huang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 6: 273 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637289
Common Names
- Long-petal Aspidistra
- Long-petal Cast Iron Plant
- Long-petal Barroom Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aspidistra longipetala (also called Long-petalled aspidistra, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, white flowers. It is native to China and is found in a variety of habitats, including forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidistra longipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aspidistra longipetala are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aspidistra longipetala is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Japan. It is easy to grow and requires minimal care. It can be propagated by seed or division. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or late fall, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location until they have established.
Where to Find Aspidistra longipetala
Aspidistra longipetala is native to China and can be found in the Yunnan province.
Aspidistra longipetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidistra longipetala?
Aspidistra longipetala
What is the common name of Aspidistra longipetala?
Long-petaled Aspidistra
What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra longipetala?
It is native to China and can be found in forests, grasslands, and rocky areas.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275664: Based on the initial data import
Se Zei Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Z.Huang' in the authors string.