Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
sinensis
ID:
1220815

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
tro

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 19: , pl. 1885 1889

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001220153



Common Names

  • Poliothyrsis sinensis
  • Chinese Poliothyrsis
  • Chinese False-heather


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Description

Poliothyrsis sinensis (also called Chinese false-heather, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m tall. It is native to China and is found in moist, open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Poliothyrsis sinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poliothyrsis sinensis is small and white with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poliothyrsis sinensis is a shrub native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Poliothyrsis sinensis

Poliothyrsis sinensis can be found in China and Taiwan.

Poliothyrsis sinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poliothyrsis sinensis?

Poliothyrsis sinensis

What is the natural habitat of Poliothyrsis sinensis?

It is found in moist meadows and grasslands in Japan

What is the common name of Poliothyrsis sinensis?

Japanese poliothyrsis

Species in the Poliothyrsis genus

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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