Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pingfaensis
ID:
1328339

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Z.He & Q.W.Sun

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 178: 33 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340793

Common Names

  • Aspidistra pingfaensis
  • Pingfaensis Aspidistra
  • Pingfaensis Plant

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Description

Aspidistra pingfaensis (also called Pingfa Aspidistra, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the dry regions of the western United States and Mexico. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra pingfaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra pingfaensis has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra pingfaensis is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Aspidistra pingfaensis

Aspidistra pingfaensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong and Guangxi.

Aspidistra pingfaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidistra pingfaensis?

Aspidistra pingfaensis

What is the common name of Aspidistra pingfaensis?

Pingfa Aspidistra

What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra pingfaensis?

Forests and scrublands

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.
Qing Wen Sun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.W.Sun' in the authors string.