Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
655457

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.W.Sm. & Jeffrey) N.Tanaka

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 73: 105 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654789



Common Names

  • Helonias yunnanensis
  • Yunnan Helonias
  • Yunnan Swamp Pink


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Description

Helonias yunnanensis (also called 'Yunnan 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 yunnanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Helonias yunnanensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Helonias yunnanensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and poor soils. It is best grown in a sunny position in a well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division.

Where to Find Helonias yunnanensis

Helonias yunnanensis can be found in Yunnan province, China.

Helonias yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Helonias yunnanensis?

Helonias yunnanensis

What is the common name of Helonias yunnanensis?

Yunnan Helonias

What is the natural habitat of Helonias yunnanensis?

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

William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
John Frederick Jeffrey (1866-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.