Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
delavayi
ID:
734364

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) N.Tanaka

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 331 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733697



Common Names

  • Rohdea delavayi
  • Delavayi Rohdea
  • Rohdea


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Description

Rohdea delavayi (also called Chinese Sacred Lily, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to China and is found in forests, grasslands, and rocky areas. It is a perennial herb with a short stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. The flowers are white and bell-shaped with six petals.

Uses & Benefits

Rohdea delavayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rohdea delavayi has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rohdea delavayi is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sheltered position until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Rohdea delavayi

Rohdea delavayi is native to China, where it grows in moist, shady areas.

Rohdea delavayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rohdea delavayi?

Rohdea delavayi

What type of plant is Rohdea delavayi?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Rohdea delavayi?

It is native to China

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-286892: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.