Tricyrtis formosana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 17: 465 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750552
Common Names
- Formosan Tricyrtis
- Tricyrtis Formosana
- Formosan Toad Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tricyrtis formosana (also called Toad Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to East Asia. It has large, lance-shaped leaves and produces white or pink flowers with purple spots. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as woodland edges and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Tricyrtis formosana is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and sore throats. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tricyrtis formosana var. glandosa (T.Shimizu) T.S.Liu & S.S.YingTricyrtis formosana var. formosana
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tricyrtis formosana is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tricyrtis formosana is a herbaceous perennial that is native to Taiwan. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Propagate by division in spring or autumn or by seed in spring.
Where to Find Tricyrtis formosana
Tricyrtis formosana can be found in moist woodlands and forests in Taiwan.
Tricyrtis formosana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tricyrtis formosana?
Tricyrtis formosana
What is the common name of Tricyrtis formosana?
Formosa Toad Lily
What is the family of Tricyrtis formosana?
Liliaceae
Species in the Tricyrtis genus
Tricyrtis chinensis, Tricyrtis suzukii, Tricyrtis setouchiensis, Tricyrtis puberula, Tricyrtis perfoliata, Tricyrtis ohsumiensis, Tricyrtis affinis, Tricyrtis nana, Tricyrtis imeldae, Tricyrtis maculata, Tricyrtis macropoda, Tricyrtis macranthopsis, Tricyrtis macrantha, Tricyrtis latifolia, Tricyrtis lasiocarpa, Tricyrtis hirta, Tricyrtis formosana, Tricyrtis flava, Tricyrtis dilatata, Tricyrtis ishiiana, Tricyrtis xianjuensis,
Species in the Liliaceae family
Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-290590: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.