Status:
valid
Authors:
Yan Liu & C.R.Lin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 50: 123 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336643
Common Names
- Aspidistra nankunshanensis
- Nankunshan Aspidistra
- Nankunshan's Aspidistra
Description
Aspidistra nankunshanensis (also called Nankunshan Aspidistra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is an evergreen herb up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China and found in evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidistra nankunshanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aspidistra nankunshanensis has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidistra nankunshanensis can be propagated by seed or by division of the offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly in spring and summer.
Where to Find Aspidistra nankunshanensis
Aspidistra nankunshanensis can be found in China.
Aspidistra nankunshanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidistra nankunshanensis?
Aspidistra nankunshanensis
What is the common name of Aspidistra nankunshanensis?
Nankunshan aspidistra
What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra nankunshanensis?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
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.