Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sinensis
ID:
1220474

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 517 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219812



Common Names

  • Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis
  • Sinensis Rhabdothamnopsis
  • Sinensis Rhabdothamnopsis


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Description

Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis (also called 'Chinese Rhabdothamnopsis', among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to South and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, typically in elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, cough, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis

Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of China, India, and Southeast Asia.

Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis?

Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis

What is the common name of Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis?

Chinese Rhabdothamnopsis

What is the habitat of Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis?

Rhabdothamnopsis sinensis is found in moist forests and grasslands of the Himalayas

Species in the Rhabdothamnopsis genus

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,

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