Description
Leiothrix flavescens (also called Yellow-billed Leiothrix, Yellow-billed Pekin Robin, or Yellow-billed Shrike-babbler, among many other common names) is a species of passerine bird in the family Leiothrichidae. It is found in Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leiothrix flavescens has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and rheumatism. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leiothrix flavescens is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leiothrix flavescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.