Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tonkinensis
ID:
765490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 6: 684 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764823



Common Names

  • Curculigo Tonkinensis
  • Curculigo Trichocarpa
  • Curculigo Seychellensis


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Description

Curculigo tonkinensis (also called Tonkin 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 tonkinensis 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 tonkinensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Curculigo tonkinensis is a small, evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Vietnam 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 tonkinensis

Curculigo tonkinensis is native to Vietnam.

Curculigo tonkinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curculigo tonkinensis?

Curculigo tonkinensis

What is the natural habitat of Curculigo tonkinensis?

It is native to Vietnam.

What are the medicinal uses of Curculigo tonkinensis?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

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,

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