Status:
valid
Authors:
A.M.Lu & J.Q.Li
Source:
tro
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 14: 133 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225537
Common Names
- Medog's Thladiantha
- Thladiantha medogensis
- Thladiantha
Description
Thladiantha medogensis (also called Medog Thladiantha, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to China. It has a thin stem with small, ovate leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as meadows and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Thladiantha medogensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thladiantha medogensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thladiantha medogensis is a shrub native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Thladiantha medogensis
Thladiantha medogensis is native to Asia and can be found in the temperate and subtropical regions of the continent.
Thladiantha medogensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thladiantha medogensis?
Thladiantha medogensis
What is the common name of Thladiantha medogensis?
Medog Thladiantha
What is the natural habitat of Thladiantha medogensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Thladiantha genus
Thladiantha hookeri,
Thladiantha indochinensis,
Thladiantha dubia,
Thladiantha angustisepala,
Thladiantha sessilifolia,
Thladiantha cordifolia,
Thladiantha dentata,
Thladiantha nudiflora,
Thladiantha davidii,
Thladiantha pustulata,
Thladiantha lijiangensis,
Thladiantha grandisepala,
Thladiantha henryi,
Thladiantha longifolia,
Thladiantha capitata,
Thladiantha villosula,
Thladiantha maculata,
Thladiantha montana,
Thladiantha oliveri,
Thladiantha dimorphantha,
Thladiantha longisepala,
Thladiantha setispina,
Thladiantha medogensis,
Thladiantha palmatipartita,
Thladiantha punctata,
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia,
Acanthosicyos horridus,
Actinostemma lobatum,
Actinostemma parvifolium,
Actinostemma tenerum,
Alsomitra macrocarpa,
Ampelosicyos humblotii,
Ampelosicyos major,
Ampelosicyos meridionalis,
Ampelosicyos scandens,
Ampelosicyos bosseri,
Ampelosicyos leandrii,
Ampelosycios meridionalis,
Ampelosycios scandens,
Apodanthera anatuyana,
Apodanthera argentea,
Apodanthera aspera,
Apodanthera biflora,
Apodanthera bradei,
Apodanthera cinerea,
Apodanthera eriocalyx,
Apodanthera fasciculata,
Apodanthera ferreyrana,
Apodanthera glaziovii,
Apodanthera hindii,
Apodanthera hirtella,
Apodanthera laciniosa,
Apodanthera linearis,
Apodanthera mandonii,
Apodanthera mathewsii,
Apodanthera palmeri,
Apodanthera sagittifolia,
Apodanthera smilacifolia,
Apodanthera succulenta,
Apodanthera tumbeziana,
Apodanthera ulei,
Apodanthera undulata,
Apodanthera villosa,
Apodanthera weberbaueri,
Apodanthera longipedicellata,
Austrobryonia argillicola,
Austrobryonia centralis,
Austrobryonia micrantha,
Austrobryonia pilbarensis,
Baijiania borneensis,
Baijiania taiwaniana,
Baijiania decipiens,
Baijiania smitinandii,
Bambekea racemosa,
Bayabusua clarkei,
References
Lu Anmin (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.Lu' in the authors string.
Jian Qiang Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Q.Li' in the authors string.