Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
hirsutus
ID:
1333804

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hand.-Mazz.) D.Y.Hong

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 52: 548 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346258



Common Names

  • Pseudocodon hirsutus
  • Hairy Pseudocodon
  • Hairy Pseudocodon Plant


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Description

Pseudocodon hirsutus (also called Hirsute Pseudocodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It grows in wet grasslands and marshes, and can reach up to 1 m in height.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudocodon hirsutus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudocodon hirsutus has white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudocodon hirsutus is a small, evergreen shrub native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Pseudocodon hirsutus

Pseudocodon hirsutus is found in China.

Pseudocodon hirsutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudocodon hirsutus?

Pseudocodon hirsutus

What is the natural habitat of Pseudocodon hirsutus?

It is native to East Asia.

What are the uses of Pseudocodon hirsutus?

It is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.

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

Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
De Yuan Hong (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Y.Hong' in the authors string.