Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ventricosa
ID:
1328156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tillich & Škorničk.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 66: 28 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340610

Common Names

  • Aspidistra Ventricosa
  • Ventricosa Aspidistra
  • Ventricosa Cast Iron Plant

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Description

Aspidistra ventricosa (also called 'Ventricose Aspidistra', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen perennial native to the tropical regions of Asia, where it grows in humid forests and grasslands. It has a short stem and small, white flowers. The leaves are oval-shaped and the stems are green.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra ventricosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra ventricosa has small, white flowers with yellowish-greenish anthers. The fruits are small, dark-brown capsules. The seedlings are small, with small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra ventricosa can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be planted in a sheltered spot and protected from strong winds. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Aspidistra ventricosa

Aspidistra ventricosa is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in many nurseries and garden centers.

Aspidistra ventricosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidistra ventricosa?

Aspidistra ventricosa

What is the common name of Aspidistra ventricosa?

Aspidistra

What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra ventricosa?

Tropical forests of Asia

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

Hans-Jürgen Tillich (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tillich' in the authors string.