Status:
valid
Authors:
G.W.Hu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 296(1): 88 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347945
Description
Epimedium zhaotongense (also called 'Zhaotongense', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to China, and is found in forests, scrub, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Epimedium zhaotongense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epimedium zhaotongense has small, yellow flowers with white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epimedium zhaotongense is a herbaceous perennial species that is native to China. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers partial shade and moist soil. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a semi-shaded location. Division should be done in spring or early summer and cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Epimedium zhaotongense
Epimedium zhaotongense is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in the countries of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
Epimedium zhaotongense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epimedium zhaotongense?
Epimedium zhaotongense
What type of plant is Epimedium zhaotongense?
Herb
Where is Epimedium zhaotongense found?
China
Species in the Epimedium genus
Epimedium pseudowushanense,
Epimedium qingchengshanense,
Epimedium acuminatum,
Epimedium alpinum,
Epimedium baieali-guizhouense,
Epimedium baojingensis,
Epimedium borealiguizhouense,
Epimedium brevicornu,
Epimedium campanulatum,
Epimedium coactum,
Epimedium davidii,
Epimedium dewuense,
Epimedium diphyllum,
Epimedium dolichostemon,
Epimedium ecalcaratum,
Epimedium elatum,
Epimedium elongatum,
Epimedium enshiense,
Epimedium epsteinii,
Epimedium fangii,
Epimedium fargesii,
Epimedium flavum,
Epimedium franchetii,
Epimedium glandulosopilosum,
Epimedium grandiflorum,
Epimedium hunanense,
Epimedium ilicifolium,
Epimedium koreanum,
Epimedium latisepalum,
Epimedium leptorrhizum,
Epimedium lishihchenii,
Epimedium lobophyllum,
Epimedium macrosepalum,
Epimedium membranaceum,
Epimedium mikinorii,
Epimedium multiflorum,
Epimedium myrianthum,
Epimedium ogisui,
Epimedium omeiense,
Epimedium parvifolium,
Epimedium pauciflorum,
Epimedium perralderianum,
Epimedium pinnatum,
Epimedium platypetalum,
Epimedium pubescens,
Epimedium pubigerum,
Epimedium reticulatum,
Epimedium rhizomatosum,
Epimedium sagittatum,
Epimedium sempervirens,
Species in the Berberidaceae family
Achlys californica,
Achlys japonica,
Achlys triphylla,
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,
References
Guang Wan Hu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.W.Hu' in the authors string.