Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hopeiensis
ID:
106957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 1940, xvi. 76.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000106286



Common Names

  • Hope's Ligularia
  • Ligularia hopeiensis
  • Ostrich Plume


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Description

Ligularia hopeiensis (also called Hope's Ligularia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to China and grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ligularia hopeiensis is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and as a diuretic. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ligularia hopeiensis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a central disc. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ligularia hopeiensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Ligularia hopeiensis

Ligularia hopeiensis is native to China and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Ligularia hopeiensis FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Ligularia hopeiensis?

Ligularia hopeiensis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal light condition for Ligularia hopeiensis?

Ligularia hopeiensis prefers partial shade to full shade.

What is the ideal temperature range for Ligularia hopeiensis?

Ligularia hopeiensis prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Ligularia genus

Ligularia odontomanes, Ligularia fischeri, Ligularia yunnanensis, Ligularia xanthotricha, Ligularia alticola, Ligularia caloxantha, Ligularia veitchiana, Ligularia cremanthodioides, Ligularia cymosa, Ligularia parvifolia, Ligularia stenocephala, Ligularia nanchuanica, Ligularia ruficoma, Ligularia calthifolia, Ligularia altissima, Ligularia thomsonii, Ligularia discoidea, Ligularia changiana, Ligularia latihastata, Ligularia atkinsonii, Ligularia brassicoides, Ligularia oligonema, Ligularia botryodes, Ligularia macrodonta, Ligularia tongolensis, Ligularia duciformis, Ligularia platyglossa, Ligularia fargesii, Ligularia longihastata, Ligularia afghanica, Ligularia franchetiana, Ligularia yunnanensis, Ligularia arctica, Ligularia cymbulifera, Ligularia intermedia, Ligularia zhouquensis, Ligularia fangiana, Ligularia ianthochaeta, Ligularia japonica, Ligularia leveillei, Ligularia subspicata, Ligularia kanaitzensis, Ligularia myriocephala, Ligularia tsangchanensis, Ligularia latiligulata, Ligularia atroviolacea, Ligularia paradoxa, Ligularia knorringiana, Ligularia pubifolia, Ligularia lamarum,

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-6442: Based on the initial data import
Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.