Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
yui
ID:
315225

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.T.Chang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 11: 413 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314557



Common Names

  • Yui Baliospermum
  • Yui Wood Betony
  • Yui Hedge Nettle


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Description

Baliospermum yui (also called Baliospermum montanum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It grows in moist, shady habitats. It has white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Baliospermum yui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used to make herbal teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baliospermum yui is a small, white or yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baliospermum yui is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or by taking cuttings in summer. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Baliospermum yui

Baliospermum yui is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It is a shrub with large, oval leaves and yellow flowers.

Baliospermum yui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baliospermum yui?

Baliospermum yui

What type of plant is Baliospermum yui?

Herb

Where is Baliospermum yui native to?

India

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19560: Based on the initial data import
Zhang Yongtian (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.T.Chang' in the authors string.