Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bijieensis
ID:
1240535

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yin Z.Wang & Z.Yu Li

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 35: 67 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239873



Common Names

  • Whytockia Bijieensis
  • Bijieensis Whytockia
  • Bijieensis Whytockia


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Description

Whytockia bijieensis (also called Bijie whytockia, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in areas of high altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Whytockia bijieensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make paper and clothing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Whytockia bijieensis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Whytockia bijieensis is a perennial herb native to China. It can be propagated from seed or division. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. For division, divide the clumps of herb in spring or fall and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Whytockia bijieensis

Whytockia bijieensis can be found in China.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50104877: Based on the initial data import
Zhen Yu Li (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Yu Li' in the authors string.
Yin Zheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yin Z.Wang' in the authors string.