Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
thibetica
ID:
655422

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) N.Tanaka

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 73: 106 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654754



Common Names

  • Helonias thibetica
  • Tibetan Helonias
  • Tibetan Swamp Pink


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Synonyms

  • Ypsilandra cavaleriei H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Ypsilandra thibetica Franch. [unknown]
  • Ypsilandra kansuensis R.N.Zhao & Z.X.Peng [unknown]
  • Ypsilandra thibetica angustifolia F.T.Wang & Tang [unknown]

Description

Helonias thibetica (also called 'Tibetan Helonias', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has small, white flowers and can grow up to 40 cm in height. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Helonias thibetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helonias thibetica is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seeds of Helonias thibetica are small, black, and round. The seedlings of Helonias thibetica are thin and delicate with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helonias thibetica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plant divisions should be planted immediately in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Helonias thibetica

Helonias thibetica is native to China and can be found in the mountainous regions of the country.

Helonias thibetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helonias thibetica?

Helonias thibetica

What is the common name of Helonias thibetica?

Thibetica

What is the natural habitat of Helonias thibetica?

Mountain slopes and grasslands

Species in the Helonias genus

Species in the Melanthiaceae family

Amianthium muscaetoxicum, Anticlea elegans, Anticlea sibirica, Anticlea virescens, Anticlea volcanica, Chamaelirium luteum, Chamaelirium chinense, Chamaelirium cordifolium, Chamaelirium hisauchianum, Chamaelirium shiwandashanense, Chamaelirium actinomorphum, Chamaelirium nanlingense, Chamaelirium koidzumianum, Chamaelirium japonicum, Helonias alpina, Helonias breviscapa, Helonias bullata, Helonias kawanoi, Helonias leucantha, Helonias orientalis, Helonias thibetica, Helonias umbellata, Helonias yunnanensis, Helonias jinpingensis, Paris japonica, Paris delavayi, Paris incompleta, Paris bashanensis, Paris fargesii, Paris dunniana, Paris tetraphylla, Paris thibetica, Paris vaniotii, Paris verticillata, Paris mairei, Paris marmorata, Paris quadrifolia, Paris polyphylla, Paris undulatis, Paris birmanica, Paris rugosa, Paris daliensis, Paris dulongensis, Paris cronquistii, Paris forrestii, Paris vietnamensis, Paris luquanensis, Paris polyandra, Paris axialis, Paris caobangensis,

References

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.