Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
shaolinchii
ID:
1547223

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.S.Ying

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
New Taxa New Names 4: 156. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027810

Common Names

  • Maianthemum Shaolinchii
  • Shaolinchii Maianthemum
  • Shaolinchii

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Description

Maianthemum shaolinchii (also called Shaolin's Maianthemum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It grows in moist meadows and along the banks of streams. Its stems are erect and can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and have a rough texture. Its flowers are white and its fruits are capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Maianthemum shaolinchii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maianthemum shaolinchii is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maianthemum shaolinchii is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. When propagating from seeds, it is best to sow them in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to use semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth. These should be placed in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Maianthemum shaolinchii

Maianthemum shaolinchii is native to China and can be found in the Shaanxi Province.

Maianthemum shaolinchii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maianthemum shaolinchii?

Maianthemum shaolinchii

What are the common names of Maianthemum shaolinchii?

Chinese Solomon's seal, Shaolin Solomon's seal

What is the native range of Maianthemum shaolinchii?

China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea

Species in the Maianthemum genus

Maianthemum comaltepecense, Maianthemum viridiflorum, Maianthemum gongshanensis, Maianthemum szechuanicum, Maianthemum mexicanum, Maianthemum paniculatum, Maianthemum dahuricum, Maianthemum macrophyllum, Maianthemum salvinii, Maianthemum scilloideum, Maianthemum atropurpureum, Maianthemum racemosum, Maianthemum stellatum, Maianthemum trifolium, Maianthemum yesoense, Maianthemum oleraceum, Maianthemum purpureum, Maianthemum robustum, Maianthemum tatsienense, Maianthemum tubiferum, Maianthemum lichiangense, Maianthemum gigas, Maianthemum formosanum, Maianthemum forrestii, Maianthemum fuscum, Maianthemum paludicola, Maianthemum henryi, Maianthemum japonicum, Maianthemum intermedium, Maianthemum monteverdense, Maianthemum nanchuanense, Maianthemum amoenum, Maianthemum flexuosum, Maianthemum bifolium, Maianthemum canadense, Maianthemum dilatatum, Maianthemum fusciduliflorum, Maianthemum stenolobum, Maianthemum bicolor, Maianthemum shaolinchii,

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,