Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
shilinensis
ID:
747592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.M.Shui & H.T.Zhao

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 32: 328 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746925

Common Names

  • Petrocosmea shilinensis
  • Shilinensis Petrocosmea
  • Petrocosmea

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Description

Petrocosmea shilinensis (also called Shilinensis Petrocosmea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and oval leaves. It is native to China and grows in moist, open areas, such as fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Petrocosmea shilinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petrocosmea shilinensis has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrocosmea shilinensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can tolerate some sun and drought. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Petrocosmea shilinensis

Petrocosmea shilinensis is native to China.

Petrocosmea shilinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrocosmea shilinensis?

Petrocosmea shilinensis

What is the common name of Petrocosmea shilinensis?

Shilin Petrocosmea

What is the natural habitat of Petrocosmea shilinensis?

It is found in limestone areas in southern China

Species in the Petrocosmea genus

Petrocosmea umbelliformis, Petrocosmea parryorum, Petrocosmea heterophylla, Petrocosmea kingii, Petrocosmea kerrii, Petrocosmea condorensis, Petrocosmea formosa, Petrocosmea shilinensis, Petrocosmea xingyiensis, Petrocosmea xanthomaculata, Petrocosmea pubescens, Petrocosmea bicolor, Petrocosmea cryptica, Petrocosmea huanjiangensis, Petrocosmea nervosa, Petrocosmea grandiflora, Petrocosmea oblata, Petrocosmea flaccida, Petrocosmea sinensis, Petrocosmea forrestii, Petrocosmea cavaleriei, Petrocosmea barbata, Petrocosmea mairei, Petrocosmea minor, Petrocosmea duclouxii, Petrocosmea martini, Petrocosmea iodioides, Petrocosmea qinlingensis, Petrocosmea rosettifolia, Petrocosmea longipedicellata, Petrocosmea begoniifolia, Petrocosmea confluens, Petrocosmea coerulea, Petrocosmea sichuanensis, Petrocosmea grandifolia, Petrocosmea menglianensis, Petrocosmea sericea, Petrocosmea leiandra, Petrocosmea hexiensis, Petrocosmea funingensis, Petrocosmea melanophthalma,

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

Yu Min Shui (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.M.Shui' in the authors string.
Hou Tao Zhao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.T.Zhao' in the authors string.