Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver., Tillich & K.S.Nguyen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Wulfenia 23: 62 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348218
Common Names
- Aspidistra zhangii
- Zhangii Aspidistra
- Zhangii Aspidistra
Description
Aspidistra zhangii (also called Zhangii, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with a maximum height of about 1 meter. It is native to the Chinese provinces of Sichuan and Yunnan, and is found in the alpine meadows of the Himalayas. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidistra zhangii is used as a ground cover in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspidistra zhangii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidistra zhangii can be propagated by division. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Aspidistra zhangii
Aspidistra zhangii is native to China and can be found in the temperate deciduous forest.
Aspidistra zhangii FAQ
What are the common names of Aspidistra zhangii?
Aspidistra zhangii is commonly known as the Zhangii Aspidistra.
What is the native range of Aspidistra zhangii?
Aspidistra zhangii is native to China.
What is the growth habit of Aspidistra zhangii?
Aspidistra zhangii is an evergreen perennial with a spreading growth habit.
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
Khang Sinh Nguyen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.S.Nguyen' in the authors string.