Status:
valid
Authors:
X.Gong & Y.Z.Pan
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95(3): 493 (487-494; figs.) (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285527
Common Names
- Ligularia maoniushanensis
- Maoniushan Ligularia
- Maoniushan Leopard Plant
Description
Ligularia maoniushanensis (also called Maoniushan Ligularia, among many other common names) is a herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to China and is usually found in alpine meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Ligularia maoniushanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ligularia maoniushanensis are yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thick with multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ligularia maoniushanensis is a temperate plant that is best grown in a cool, moist environment. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in moist soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Ligularia maoniushanensis
Ligularia maoniushanensis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South Asia.
Ligularia maoniushanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ligularia maoniushanensis?
Ligularia maoniushanensis
What is the common name of Ligularia maoniushanensis?
Maonius' Ligularia
What is the natural habitat of Ligularia maoniushanensis?
It is native to the mountains of southwestern China
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
Xun Gong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.Gong' in the authors string.
Yue Zhi Pan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Z.Pan' in the authors string.