Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pamp.) Z.M.Tan & X.Liang Zhang
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 36: 546 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247859
Common Names
- Orychophragmus hupehensis
- Hupehensis Orychophragmus
- Orychophragmus Hupehensis
Description
Orychophragmus hupehensis (also called Hupeh orychophragmus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to China and is found in grasslands, forests, and along streams. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Orychophragmus hupehensis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orychophragmus hupehensis has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Orychophragmus hupehensis is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Orychophragmus hupehensis
Orychophragmus hupehensis is native to Hubei province in China.
Orychophragmus hupehensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orychophragmus hupehensis?
Orychophragmus hupehensis
What is the common name of Orychophragmus hupehensis?
Hupeh Orychophragmus
What is the natural habitat of Orychophragmus hupehensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Orychophragmus genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,
References
Zhong Ming Tan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.M.Tan' in the authors string.
Xiao Liang Zhang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.Liang Zhang' in the authors string.