Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pamp. & Bonati) Paclt
Source:
tro
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 43: 217 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001039809
Common Names
- Shiuyinghua silvestrii
- Silvestrii Shiuyinghua
- Silvestrii Moss
Description
Shiuyinghua silvestrii (also called Silvestri's Shiuyinghua, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Shiuyinghua silvestrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Shiuyinghua silvestrii has small yellow flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Shiuyinghua silvestrii is an annual plant that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed. The seeds should be sown in the autumn or spring in a cold frame.
Where to Find Shiuyinghua silvestrii
Shiuyinghua silvestrii is native to China.
Species in the Shiuyinghua genus
Species in the Paulowniaceae family
Paulownia tomentosa,
Paulownia henanensis,
Paulownia kawakamii,
Paulownia taiwaniana,
Paulownia elongata,
Paulownia fortunei,
Paulownia catalpifolia,
Paulownia fargesii,
Paulownia laotica,
Shiuyinghua silvestrii,
Wightia borneensis,
Wightia speciosissima,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:809670-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].