Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
kweichovensis
ID:
925186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , Bot. 7: 213 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924521



Common Names

  • Kweichow Coriaria
  • Kweichow Tutu
  • Tutu


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Description

Coriaria kweichovensis (also called Kweichow coriaria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to China. It has small, oval leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Coriaria kweichovensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Coriaria kweichovensis are small, yellowish-green, and clustered in small umbels. The seeds are small, black, and globular. The seedlings are small, with thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coriaria kweichovensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Coriaria kweichovensis

Coriaria kweichovensis is native to Southeast Asia.

Species in the Coriaria genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-47214: Based on the initial data import
Hu Xiansu (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hu' in the authors string.