Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Wen & Y.S.Jiang
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 29: 57 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749967
Common Names
- Petrocodon Multiflorus
- Multiflorus Petrocodon
- Multiflorus Petrocodon
Description
Petrocodon multiflorus (also called Multiflorus petrocodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall flowering stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is found in rocky areas, open woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Petrocodon multiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Petrocodon multiflorus has small, bell-shaped, five-petalled flowers that are usually white or pink in colour. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Petrocodon multiflorus is a semi-hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or from seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer, while seeds should be sown in the fall. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Petrocodon multiflorus
Petrocodon multiflorus can be found in the Fujian province of China.
Petrocodon multiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petrocodon multiflorus?
Petrocodon multiflorus
What is the common name of Petrocodon multiflorus?
Many-flowered Petrocodon
What is the family of Petrocodon multiflorus?
Gesneriaceae
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
Fang Wen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Wen' in the authors string.
Yun Sheng Jiang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Jiang' in the authors string.