Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
zhuangiae
ID:
1334860

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Jin Zeng & G.D.Tang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 282(4): 263 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347314



Common Names

  • Fordiophyton zhuangiae
  • Zhuangiae Fordiophyton
  • Zhuangiae-Leaved Fordiophyton


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Description

Fordiophyton zhuangiae (also called 'Zhuang's fordiophyton', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to China. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady forests. It is found in mountainous regions of Yunnan and Sichuan provinces.

Uses & Benefits

Fordiophyton zhuangiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used in perfumes and soaps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fordiophyton zhuangiae has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fordiophyton zhuangiae is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Fordiophyton zhuangiae

Fordiophyton zhuangiae can be found in the mountains of China.

Fordiophyton zhuangiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fordiophyton zhuangiae?

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Asteraceae

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

Guang Da Tang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Tang' in the authors string.
Si Jin Zeng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Jin Zeng' in the authors string.