Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
638053

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.T.Wang & K.Y.Lang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 37: 476 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637385

Common Names

  • Long-Leafed Aspidistra
  • Long-Leaf Star Lily
  • Oblong Aspidistra

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Description

Aspidistra oblongifolia (also called Oblong-leaved Aspidistra, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China and is found in forests and grasslands. It has small white flowers and lanceolate leaves with an oblong shape.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with low rainfall.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra oblongifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra oblongifolia is an evergreen perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Aspidistra oblongifolia

Aspidistra oblongifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Aspidistra oblongifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidistra oblongifolia?

Aspidistra oblongifolia

What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra oblongifolia?

Aspidistra oblongifolia is native to China and is commonly found in moist forests and grasslands.

What is the flowering period of Aspidistra oblongifolia?

Aspidistra oblongifolia typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

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-275673: Based on the initial data import
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Kai Yung Lang (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Lang' in the authors string.