Curculigo sinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinensis
ID:
765485
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.C.Chen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 11: 133 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764818
Common Names
- Curculigo Sinensis
- Curculigo Seychellensis
- Curculigo Scorzonerifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Curculigo sinensis (also called Chinese Black Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Curculigo sinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Curculigo sinensis has small, yellow flowers with 6 petals and a yellow centre. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Curculigo sinensis is a small, evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in early spring. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Germination usually takes about two weeks.
Where to Find Curculigo sinensis
Curculigo sinensis is native to China and Taiwan.
Curculigo sinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Curculigo sinensis?
Curculigo sinensis
What is the natural habitat of Curculigo sinensis?
It is native to China, India, and Myanmar.
What are the medicinal uses of Curculigo sinensis?
It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.
Species in the Curculigo genus
Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis,
Species in the Hypoxidaceae family
Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis, Empodium elongatum, Empodium flexile, Empodium gloriosum, Empodium monophyllum, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium plicatum, Empodium veratrifolium, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium veratrifolium, Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-303718: Based on the initial data import
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.