Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Y.Li, Z.H.Chen & D.D.Ma
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 51: 218 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340508
Common Names
- Tricyrtis xianjuensis
- Xianjuensis Tricyrtis
- Xianjuensis's Tricyrtis
Description
Tricyrtis xianjuensis (also called Xianju Toad Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to China and grows in moist forests, meadows, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Tricyrtis xianjuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tricyrtis xianjuensis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tricyrtis xianjuensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches in early spring or late summer. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Tricyrtis xianjuensis
Tricyrtis xianjuensis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of China.
Tricyrtis xianjuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tricyrtis xianjuensis?
Tricyrtis xianjuensis
What is the natural habitat of Tricyrtis xianjuensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the average height of Tricyrtis xianjuensis?
Up to 1 m
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
Zheng Hai Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.H.Chen' in the authors string.
Dan Dan Ma: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.D.Ma' in the authors string.