Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ginfushanicum
ID:
659139

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.T.Wang & Tang) M.N.Tamura, S.C.Chen & Turland

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Novon 10: 157 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000658471



Common Names

  • Ginfushanicum Heteropolygonatum
  • Ginfushan Heteropolygonatum
  • Ginfushan False-nettle


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Synonyms

  • Polygonatum ginfoshanicum (F.T.Wang & Tang) F.T.Wang & Tang [unknown]
  • Smilacina ginfushanica F.T.Wang & Tang [unknown]

Description

Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum (also called Ginfushan Heteropolygonatum, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to China. It has a woody stem and a few leaves, and grows in dry, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best propagated from cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. Layering should be done in spring or early summer. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum

Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and swamps.

Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum?

Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum

What is the common name of Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum?

Ginfushanicum

What is the natural habitat of Heteropolygonatum ginfushanicum?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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-277986: Based on the initial data import
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Nicholas J. Turland (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turland' in the authors string.
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.
Minoru N. Tamura (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.N.Tamura' in the authors string.