Status:
valid
Authors:
Hiern
Source:
cmp
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Cat. Afr. Pl. 1: 128 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430160
Common Names
- Zanha golungensis
- Golungensis Zanha
- Golungensis Zanha Vine
Description
Zanha golungensis (also called 'Golung Zanha', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Zanha golungensis 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 Zanha golungensis is a white or pinkish-white color, and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is an ovoid capsule, and the seedlings are slender and erect.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zanha golungensis can be propagated by seed or by division of offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Offsets can be removed from the mother plant and replanted in the same soil mix. It is best to propagate in the spring or summer months.
Where to Find Zanha golungensis
Zanha golungensis is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
Zanha golungensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zanha golungensis?
Zanha golungensis
What is the common name of Zanha golungensis?
Golungen Zanha
What is the natural habitat of Zanha golungensis?
It is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Zanha genus
Species in the Sapindaceae family