Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Y.Fu
Source:
ildis
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin7(4): 35 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197791
Common Names
- Campylotropis wenshaaica
- Wenshan Campylotropis
- Wenshan's Campylotropis
Description
Campylotropis wenshaaica (also called Wensha Campylotropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in grasslands, forests, and rocky slopes. Its stems are erect and its leaves are linear-lanceolate. Its flowers are white and its fruits are small, round capsules.
Uses & Benefits
Campylotropis wenshaaica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylotropis wenshaaica has small, yellow flowers and small, black, flattened seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campylotropis wenshaaica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Campylotropis wenshaaica
Campylotropis wenshaaica is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Yunnan, Sichuan, and Guizhou.
Campylotropis wenshaaica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylotropis wenshaaica?
Campylotropis wenshaaica
What is the common name of Campylotropis wenshaaica?
Wenshao campylotropis
What is the family of Campylotropis wenshaaica?
Fabaceae
Species in the Campylotropis genus
Campylotropis macrocarpa,
Campylotropis hirtella,
Campylotropis harmsii,
Campylotropis capillipes,
Campylotropis fulva,
Campylotropis delavayi,
Campylotropis diversifolia,
Campylotropis henryi,
Campylotropis trigonoclada,
Campylotropis brevifolia,
Campylotropis wenshaaica,
Campylotropis tenuiramea,
Campylotropis howellii,
Campylotropis bonii,
Campylotropis polyantha,
Campylotropis sargentiana,
Campylotropis argentea,
Campylotropis parviflora,
Campylotropis latifolia,
Campylotropis pinetorum,
Campylotropis sulcata,
Campylotropis wilsonii,
Campylotropis yunnanensis,
Campylotropis decora,
Campylotropis griffithii,
Campylotropis luhitensis,
Campylotropis macrostyla,
Campylotropis falconeri,
Campylotropis speciosa,
Campylotropis stenocarpa,
Campylotropis thomsonii,
Campylotropis alba,
Campylotropis alopochloa,
Campylotropis burmanica,
Campylotropis cytisoides,
Campylotropis grandifolia,
Campylotropis pauciflora,
Campylotropis teretiracemosa,
Campylotropis alopochroa,
Campylotropis albopubescens,
Campylotropis microphylla,
Campylotropis luquanensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family