Status:
valid
Authors:
(Z.T.Wang & G.J.Xu) D.Y.Hong & Q.Wang bis
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 204: 62 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341910
Description
Pseudocodon retroserratus (also called Retrose-Serrate Pseudocodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small, herbaceous perennial with a single, erect stem and opposite leaves. It is native to China, and is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudocodon retroserratus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of fever, headaches, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudocodon retroserratus has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a strong, sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudocodon retroserratus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Pseudocodon retroserratus
Pseudocodon retroserratus is native to China and can be found in the Yunnan province.
Pseudocodon retroserratus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudocodon retroserratus?
Pseudocodon retroserratus
What is the natural habitat of Pseudocodon retroserratus?
Pseudocodon retroserratus is found in Thailand.
What is the flowering season of Pseudocodon retroserratus?
Pseudocodon retroserratus flowers in the spring and summer months.
Species in the Pseudocodon genus
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
Guo Jun Xu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.J.Xu' in the authors string.
Zheng Tao Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Qi Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.Wang' in the authors string.