Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
dongxingensis
ID:
1329382

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chun ex K.Y.Pan) Mich.Möller & H.J.Atkins

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 66: 199 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341836

Common Names

  • Loxostigma Dongxingensis
  • Dongxing Loxostigma
  • Dongxing False Foxglove

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Description

Loxostigma dongxingensis (also called Dongxing Loxostigma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to China and grows in moist, shady forests. It has a shrub-like habit and produces small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Loxostigma dongxingensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Loxostigma dongxingensis has white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loxostigma dongxingensis is a tropical perennial that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes in spring or summer.

Where to Find Loxostigma dongxingensis

Loxostigma dongxingensis can be found in China.

Loxostigma dongxingensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loxostigma dongxingensis?

Loxostigma dongxingensis

What type of plant is Loxostigma dongxingensis?

Herb

Where is Loxostigma dongxingensis native to?

China

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

Kai Yu Pan (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Pan' in the authors string.
Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
Hannah Jane Atkins (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Atkins' in the authors string.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.