Status:
valid
Authors:
(Z.Y.Zhu) L.Wei
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Pl. Mt. Emei : 484 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835706
Common Names
- Heterolamium Flaviflorum
- Flaviflorum Heterolamium
- Yellow-Flowered Heterolamium
Description
Heterolamium flaviflorum (also called Yellow-flowered Heterolamium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family native to China. It is an herbaceous perennial with yellow flowers and linear leaves. It grows in rocky areas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Heterolamium flaviflorum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heterolamium flaviflorum has small yellow flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heterolamium flaviflorum is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or fall. Once established, the plant should be given regular water and fertilizer.
Where to Find Heterolamium flaviflorum
Heterolamium flaviflorum is native to the subtropical forests of China.
Heterolamium flaviflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heterolamium flaviflorum?
Heterolamium flaviflorum
What is the natural habitat of Heterolamium flaviflorum?
Heterolamium flaviflorum is found in the tropical forests of South America.
What is the flowering season of Heterolamium flaviflorum?
The flowering season of Heterolamium flaviflorum is from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Heterolamium genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
Lai Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Wei' in the authors string.