Epithema taiwanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taiwanensis
ID:
1237881
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.S.Ying
Source:
tro
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Coloured Illustr. Pl. Taiwan 4: 795 1992
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237219
Common Names
- Epithema taiwanensis
- Taiwanensis Epithema
- Epithema
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epithema taiwanensis (also called Taiwan Epithema, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Taiwan. It has small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas of mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Epithema taiwanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epithema taiwanensis has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epithema taiwanensis is a fast-growing annual that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned to prevent overcrowding. The seedlings should be transplanted into their permanent location when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Epithema taiwanensis
Epithema taiwanensis is native to the tropical forests of Taiwan.
Epithema taiwanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epithema taiwanensis?
Epithema taiwanensis
What is the natural habitat of Epithema taiwanensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the conservation status of Epithema taiwanensis?
Least Concern
Species in the Epithema genus
Epithema benthamii, Epithema carnosum, Epithema dentatum, Epithema dolichopodum, Epithema horsfieldii, Epithema involucratum, Epithema longipetiolatum, Epithema longitubum, Epithema madulidii, Epithema membranacea, Epithema parvibracteatum, Epithema rennellense, Epithema sarawakense, Epithema saxatile, Epithema steenisii, Epithema strigosum, Epithema taiwanense, Epithema tenerum, Epithema tenue, Epithema zeylanicum, Epithema taiwanensis, Epithema philippinum, Epithema pusillum, Epithema ceylanicum,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50093378: Based on the initial data import
Shao Shun Ying (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Ying' in the authors string.