Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
cephalantha
ID:
1220728

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 3: 12 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001220066



Common Names

  • Stephania cephalantha
  • Cephalantha Stephania
  • Cephalantha Stephania Plant


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Description

Stephania cephalantha (also called the 'Headed Stephania', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Menispermaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to southwestern China, and is found in alpine and subalpine habitats at elevations of 2,000-4,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Stephania cephalantha is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stephania cephalantha has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stephania cephalantha is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Himalayan region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in spring and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned once they reach a height of 5-7 cm.

Where to Find Stephania cephalantha

Stephania cephalantha can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

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