Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
1130933

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.E.Evans

Source:
tro

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 13: 172 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001130271



Common Names

  • Slender Oxygraphis
  • Slender Oxygraphis Moss
  • Slender Oxygraphis Lichen


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Description

Oxygraphis tenuifolia (also called 'Slender-leaved Oxygraphis', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to China. It has bright white flowers with five petals and deeply divided leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oxygraphis tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxygraphis tenuifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and a center of yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxygraphis tenuifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a shady location and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few months. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the spring.

Where to Find Oxygraphis tenuifolia

Oxygraphis tenuifolia can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Nepal, at elevations of 3000-5000m.

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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