Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
danxiaensis
ID:
691701

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.H.Hsue & H.S.Kiu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
J. S. China Agric. Univ. 8(3): 2 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691034



Common Names

  • Firmiana danxiaensis
  • Danxia Firmiana
  • Danxia Chinese Parasol Tree


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Description

Firmiana danxiaensis (also called Danxiaensis, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions and grows in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Firmiana danxiaensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of wood and fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Firmiana danxiaensis has white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Firmiana danxiaensis is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate through division or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Firmiana danxiaensis

Firmiana danxiaensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Sichuan, and Yunnan.

Firmiana danxiaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Firmiana danxiaensis?

Firmiana danxiaensis

What is the family of Firmiana danxiaensis?

Sterculiaceae

Where is Firmiana danxiaensis found?

China

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2812984: Based on the initial data import
Hua Shing Kiu (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Kiu' in the authors string.
Hsiang Hao Hsue: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.H.Hsue' in the authors string.