Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Genus:
Species:
litangensis
ID:
1281158

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.S.Lian & Xue L.Chen ex Swenson & Bartish

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 27: 52 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280496



Common Names

  • Litangensis Hippophae
  • Litangensis
  • Hippophae


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Description

Hippophae litangensis (also called Hippophae litangensis, Hippophae litangensis and Hippophae, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests and prefers a humid environment.

Uses & Benefits

Hippophae litangensis is used for ornamental purposes, as a ground cover, and as an ingredient in herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hippophae litangensis has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippophae litangensis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers.

Where to Find Hippophae litangensis

Hippophae litangensis is native to the Himalayas.

Hippophae litangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippophae litangensis?

Hippophae litangensis

What are the common names of Hippophae litangensis?

Litang sea-buckthorn, litang sea-buckthorn

What is the habitat of Hippophae litangensis?

It grows in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas

Species in the Elaeagnaceae family

Elaeagnus angustata, Elaeagnus angustifolia, Elaeagnus annamensis, Elaeagnus arakiana, Elaeagnus argyi, Elaeagnus bambusetorum, Elaeagnus bockii, Elaeagnus bonii, Elaeagnus calcarea, Elaeagnus caudata, Elaeagnus cinnamomifolia, Elaeagnus commutata, Elaeagnus conferta, Elaeagnus courtoisii, Elaeagnus davidii, Elaeagnus delavayi, Elaeagnus difficilis, Elaeagnus epitricha, Elaeagnus fasciculata, Elaeagnus formosana, Elaeagnus formosensis, Elaeagnus geniculata, Elaeagnus glabra, Elaeagnus gonyanthes, Elaeagnus griffithii, Elaeagnus grijsii, Elaeagnus guizhouensis, Elaeagnus henryi, Elaeagnus heterophylla, Elaeagnus hunanensis, Elaeagnus indica, Elaeagnus infundibularis, Elaeagnus jiangxiensis, Elaeagnus jingdonensis, Elaeagnus kanaii, Elaeagnus lanceolata, Elaeagnus lanpingensis, Elaeagnus laosensis, Elaeagnus latifolia, Elaeagnus lipoensis, Elaeagnus liukiuensis, Elaeagnus liuzhouensis, Elaeagnus longiloba, Elaeagnus loureiroi, Elaeagnus luoxiangensis, Elaeagnus luxiensis, Elaeagnus macrantha, Elaeagnus macrophylla, Elaeagnus magna, Elaeagnus maritima,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50308955: Based on the initial data import
Ulf Swenson (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swenson' in the authors string.
Yong Shan Lian (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Lian' in the authors string.
Xue Lin Chen (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Xue L.Chen' in the authors string.
Igor V. Bartish: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartish' in the authors string.