Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emeiensis
ID:
6891

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.Y.Zhu

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 26(6): 645, fig. 2. 2006 [Nov 2006]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006220



Common Names

  • Emei Velvet Plant
  • Gynura emeiensis
  • Velvet Plant


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Description

Gynura emeiensis (also called Emei Gynura, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas. It has small yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Gynura emeiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments including fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gynura emeiensis is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynura emeiensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Gynura emeiensis

Gynura emeiensis is native to China and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is also found in parts of Southeast Asia.

Gynura emeiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynura emeiensis?

Gynura emeiensis

What are the common names of Gynura emeiensis?

Purple Velvet Plant, Purple Passion

What is the natural habitat of Gynura emeiensis?

It is native to tropical Asia

Species in the Gynura genus

Gynura cusimbua, Gynura hmopaengensis, Gynura bicolor, Gynura emeiensis, Gynura procumbens, Gynura japonica, Gynura papillosa, Gynura grandifolia, Gynura zeylanica, Gynura malaccensis, Gynura valeriana, Gynura drymophila, Gynura proschii, Gynura albicaulis, Gynura scandens, Gynura elberti, Gynura abbreviata, Gynura vidaliana, Gynura aurantiaca, Gynura longifolia, Gynura micheliana, Gynura sundaiaca, Gynura fulva, Gynura formosana, Gynura panershenia, Gynura integrifolia, Gynura rubiginosa, Gynura molleri, Gynura travancorica, Gynura colorata, Gynura nepalensis, Gynura rubiginosa, Gynura barbareifolia, Gynura travancorica, Gynura batorensis, Gynura colaniae, Gynura amplexicaulis, Gynura steenisii, Gynura pseudochina, Gynura sechellensis, Gynura annamensis, Gynura brassii, Gynura calciphila, Gynura hispida, Gynura truncata, Gynura nitida, Gynura elliptica, Gynura divaricata, Gynura campanulata, Gynura carnosula,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-105994: Based on the initial data import
Zheng Yin Zhu (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Zhu' in the authors string.