Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
henryi
ID:
831194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 20: t. 1967 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830529



Common Names

  • Codonopsis henryi
  • Henry's Codonopsis
  • Chinese Bellflower


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Description

Codonopsis henryi (also called Henry's Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has a single stem and its leaves are ovate and green. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of cold temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Codonopsis henryi is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, digestive problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an antioxidant and to boost the immune system. Non-medicinal uses include as a food source and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Codonopsis henryi is white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonopsis henryi is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China and is found in open woodlands and grasslands from sea level to an elevation of 3,000 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Codonopsis henryi

Codonopsis henryi is native to China.

Codonopsis henryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonopsis henryi?

Codonopsis henryi

What is the family of Codonopsis henryi?

Campanulaceae

What is the common name of Codonopsis henryi?

Henry's Bellflower

Species in the Codonopsis genus

Codonopsis affinis, Codonopsis alpina, Codonopsis argentea, Codonopsis benthamii, Codonopsis bhutanica, Codonopsis bragaensis, Codonopsis bulleyana, Codonopsis canescens, Codonopsis cardiophylla, Codonopsis chimiliensis, Codonopsis chlorocodon, Codonopsis clematidea, Codonopsis cordifolioidea, Codonopsis deltoidea, Codonopsis farreri, Codonopsis foetens, Codonopsis gracilis, Codonopsis henryi, Codonopsis hongii, Codonopsis inflata, Codonopsis javanica, Codonopsis kawakamii, Codonopsis lanceolata, Codonopsis meleagris, Codonopsis micrantha, Codonopsis microtubulosa, Codonopsis obtusa, Codonopsis ovata, Codonopsis pilosula, Codonopsis purpurea, Codonopsis rotundifolia, Codonopsis subglobosa, Codonopsis subscaposa, Codonopsis subsimplex, Codonopsis thalictrifolia, Codonopsis tsinlingensis, Codonopsis tubulosa, Codonopsis ussuriensis, Codonopsis viridiflora, Codonopsis viridis, Codonopsis macrophylla, Codonopsis bomiensis, Codonopsis hemisphaerica, Codonopsis reflexa, Codonopsis campanulata, Codonopsis lixianica, Codonopsis elliptica, Codonopsis gongshanica,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-367818: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.