Status:
valid
Authors:
B.N.Chang
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 4: 47 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228174
Common Names
- Illicium jiadifengpi
- Jiadifengpi Star Anise
- Chinese Star Anise
Description
Illicium jiadifengpi (also called 'Jiadifengpi Illicium', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and is commonly found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Illicium jiadifengpi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Illicium jiadifengpi has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in a spike. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Illicium jiadifengpi is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Illicium jiadifengpi
Illicium jiadifengpi is native to the Yunnan province of China. It is found in the forests and hills of the region.
Illicium jiadifengpi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Illicium jiadifengpi?
Illicium jiadifengpi
What is the natural habitat of Illicium jiadifengpi?
It is native to the western Himalayas, from India to Nepal.
What are the common names of Illicium jiadifengpi?
It is commonly known as the Himalayan star anise or Himalayan anise.
Species in the Illicium genus
Illicium cubense,
Illicium difengpi,
Illicium ekmanii,
Illicium griffithii,
Illicium hottense,
Illicium ridleyanum,
Illicium stapfii,
Illicium sumatranum,
Illicium verum,
Illicium guajaibonense,
Illicium parviflorum,
Illicium floridanum,
Illicium ternstroemioides,
Illicium majus,
Illicium arborescens,
Illicium dunnianum,
Illicium henryi,
Illicium jiadifengpi,
Illicium philippinense,
Illicium tashiroi,
Illicium angustisepalum,
Illicium burmanicum,
Illicium wardii,
Illicium macranthum,
Illicium simonsii,
Illicium tsaii,
Illicium lanceolatum,
Illicium modestum,
Illicium brevistylum,
Illicium leiophyllum,
Illicium pachyphyllum,
Illicium merrillianum,
Illicium micranthum,
Illicium petelotii,
Illicium tenuifolium,
Illicium parvifolium,
Illicium viridiflorum,
Illicium anisatum,
Species in the Schisandraceae family
Illicium cubense,
Illicium difengpi,
Illicium ekmanii,
Illicium griffithii,
Illicium hottense,
Illicium ridleyanum,
Illicium stapfii,
Illicium sumatranum,
Illicium verum,
Illicium guajaibonense,
Illicium parviflorum,
Illicium floridanum,
Illicium ternstroemioides,
Illicium majus,
Illicium arborescens,
Illicium dunnianum,
Illicium henryi,
Illicium jiadifengpi,
Illicium philippinense,
Illicium tashiroi,
Illicium angustisepalum,
Illicium burmanicum,
Illicium wardii,
Illicium macranthum,
Illicium simonsii,
Illicium tsaii,
Illicium lanceolatum,
Illicium modestum,
Illicium brevistylum,
Illicium leiophyllum,
Illicium pachyphyllum,
Illicium merrillianum,
Illicium micranthum,
Illicium petelotii,
Illicium tenuifolium,
Illicium parvifolium,
Illicium viridiflorum,
Illicium anisatum,
Kadsura celebica,
Kadsura coccinea,
Kadsura heteroclita,
Kadsura induta,
Kadsura angustifolia,
Kadsura borneensis,
Kadsura acsmithii,
Kadsura scandens,
Kadsura verrucosa,
Kadsura oblongifolia,
Kadsura japonica,
Kadsura lanceolata,