Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hekouensis
ID:
1237877

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yin Z.Wang

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 33: 300 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237215



Common Names

  • Whytockia hekouensis
  • Hekouensis Whytockia
  • Whytockia


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Description

Whytockia hekouensis (also called Hekou Whytockia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It has small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas of mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Whytockia hekouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Whytockia hekouensis var. minor (W.W.Sm.) Yin Z.Wang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Whytockia hekouensis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Whytockia hekouensis is a slow-growing perennial that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned to prevent overcrowding. The seedlings should be transplanted into their permanent location when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Whytockia hekouensis

Whytockia hekouensis is native to the tropical forests of China.

Whytockia hekouensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Whytockia hekouensis?

Whytockia hekouensis

What is the natural habitat of Whytockia hekouensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the conservation status of Whytockia hekouensis?

Least Concern

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-50093373: Based on the initial data import
Yin Zheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yin Z.Wang' in the authors string.