Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
wangwentsaii
ID:
749384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mich.Möller & A.Weber

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 23: 27 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748717



Common Names

  • Oreocharis
  • Wangwentsaii Oreocharis
  • Oreocharis wangwentsaii


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Synonyms

  • Didymocarpus mairei H.Lév. [unknown]

Description

Oreocharis wangwentsaii (also called Wangwentsaii Oreocharis, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the temperate regions of China and is commonly found in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oreocharis wangwentsaii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oreocharis wangwentsaii var. emeiensis (K.Y.Pan) Mich.Möller & A.Weber

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oreocharis wangwentsaii has white to pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocharis wangwentsaii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The plants should be kept moist and in partial shade. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept moist and in partial shade.

Where to Find Oreocharis wangwentsaii

Oreocharis wangwentsaii is native to the Yunnan province of China.

Oreocharis wangwentsaii FAQ

What are the common names of Oreocharis wangwentsaii?

Wang's Oreocharis

What is the native range of Oreocharis wangwentsaii?

Southwestern China

What type of habitat does Oreocharis wangwentsaii prefer?

Grassy slopes and rocky hillsides

Species in the Oreocharis genus

Oreocharis cavalieri, Oreocharis rhytidophylla, Oreocharis hirsuta, Oreocharis auricula, Oreocharis stenosiphon, Oreocharis pankaiyuae, Oreocharis muscicola, Oreocharis wangwentsaii, Oreocharis acaulis, Oreocharis craibii, Oreocharis begoniifolia, Oreocharis bullata, Oreocharis burtii, Oreocharis chienii, Oreocharis cinerea, Oreocharis concava, Oreocharis convexa, Oreocharis cotinifolia, Oreocharis crenata, Oreocharis dalzielii, Oreocharis dinghushanensis, Oreocharis eximia, Oreocharis fargesii, Oreocharis farreri, Oreocharis flabellata, Oreocharis gamosepala, Oreocharis giraldii, Oreocharis glandulosa, Oreocharis hekouensis, Oreocharis humilis, Oreocharis jiangxiensis, Oreocharis lancifolia, Oreocharis leucantha, Oreocharis longifolia, Oreocharis lungshengensis, Oreocharis mileensis, Oreocharis nanchuanica, Oreocharis obliquifolia, Oreocharis obtusidentata, Oreocharis pumila, Oreocharis pinnatilobata, Oreocharis primuliflora, Oreocharis rhombifolia, Oreocharis ronganensis, Oreocharis rosthornii, Oreocharis rubra, Oreocharis saxatilis, Oreocharis sichuanensis, Oreocharis sichuanica, Oreocharis sinohenryi,

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

Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.