Status:
valid
Authors:
Floden
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Lilies Relat. Pl. : 69 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330893
Common Names
- Disporopsis Bakerorum
- Bakerorum Disporopsis
- Baker's Disporopsis
Description
Disporopsis bakerorum (also called Baker's Disporopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to China. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and is often found growing in the understory.
Uses & Benefits
Disporopsis bakerorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disporopsis bakerorum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single root.
Cultivation and Propagation
Disporopsis bakerorum is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Disporopsis bakerorum
Disporopsis bakerorum can be found in the temperate regions of East Asia.
Disporopsis bakerorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disporopsis bakerorum?
Disporopsis bakerorum
What is the growth habit of Disporopsis bakerorum?
It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.
What is the flowering season of Disporopsis bakerorum?
It flowers in late spring to early summer.
Species in the Disporopsis genus
Disporopsis aspersa,
Disporopsis fuscopicta,
Disporopsis jinfushanensis,
Disporopsis longifolia,
Disporopsis pernyi,
Disporopsis undulata,
Disporopsis luzoniensis,
Disporopsis bakerorum,
Disporopsis yui,
Disporopsis bodinieri,
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
Aaron J. Floden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Floden' in the authors string.