Status:
valid
Authors:
Ohwi
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 2: 107 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239208
Common Names
- Meehania montis-koyae
- Meehania
- Montis-Koyae
Description
Meehania montis-koyae (also called Montis-koyae meehania, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to North America. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist woodlands and along streambanks.
Uses & Benefits
Meehania montis-koyae is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Meehania montis-koyae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Meehania montis-koyae is a perennial herb that is native to China. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Meehania montis-koyae
Meehania montis-koyae can be found in China.
Meehania montis-koyae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Meehania montis-koyae?
Meehania montis-koyae
What is the natural habitat of Meehania montis-koyae?
Tropical rainforests
What are the common names of Meehania montis-koyae?
Tropical trumpet vine, giant trumpet vine
Species in the Meehania genus
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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,