Petrocodon hunanensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hunanensis
ID:
1329039
Status:
valid
Authors:
X.L.Yu & Ming Li
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 195: 68 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341493
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Petrocodon hunanensis (also called 'Hunan Petrocodon', among many other common names) is a species of perennial plant native to China. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m. It has an upright habit and large, ovate leaves. The flowers are white and have a long, curved stem.
Uses & Benefits
Petrocodon hunanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and its essential oils are used in the production of perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Petrocodon hunanensis has white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and brown. The seedlings are thin and long with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Petrocodon hunanensis is a tropical evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground and prefers a bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by air layering. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Petrocodon hunanensis
Petrocodon hunanensis is native to China and can be found in the Hunan region.
Petrocodon hunanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petrocodon hunanensis?
Petrocodon hunanensis
What is the family of Petrocodon hunanensis?
Gesneriaceae
Where is Petrocodon hunanensis native to?
China
Species in the Petrocodon genus
Petrocodon multiflorus, Petrocodon coccineus, Petrocodon fangianus, Petrocodon scopulorum, Petrocodon bonii, Petrocodon coriaceifolius, Petrocodon hancei, Petrocodon hispidus, Petrocodon integrifolius, Petrocodon jasminiflorus, Petrocodon jingxiensis, Petrocodon lui, Petrocodon mollifolius, Petrocodon niveolanosus, Petrocodon tiandengensis, Petrocodon hechiensis, Petrocodon dealbatus, Petrocodon ferrugineus, Petrocodon lancifolius, Petrocodon guangxiensis, Petrocodon laxicymosus, Petrocodon longgangensis, Petrocodon pseudocoriaceifolius, Petrocodon ainsliifolius, Petrocodon lithophilus, Petrocodon viridescens, Petrocodon villosus, Petrocodon hunanensis, Petrocodon confertiflorus, Petrocodon flavus, Petrocodon retroflexus, Petrocodon pulchriflorus,
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
Xun Lin Yu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.L.Yu' in the authors string.
Ming Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ming Li' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77144886-1: Based on the initial data import