Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
shennongensis
ID:
1322743

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Deng, D.G.Zhang & H.Sun

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taxon 62: 94 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335197



Common Names

  • Shennongensis Zhengyia
  • Shennongensis Spring Zhengyia
  • Shennongensis Mountain Zhengyia


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Description

Zhengyia shennongensis (also called Shennong's Zhengyia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows in humid forests, and has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Zhengyia shennongensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zhengyia shennongensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zhengyia shennongensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Zhengyia shennongensis

Zhengyia shennongensis can be found in the subtropical forests of China.

Zhengyia shennongensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zhengyia shennongensis?

Zhengyia shennongensis

What is the common name of Zhengyia shennongensis?

Shennong's Zhengyia

What is the natural habitat of Zhengyia shennongensis?

It is native to China.

Species in the Zhengyia genus

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Sun Hang (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Sun' in the authors string.
Dai Gui Zhang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.G.Zhang' in the authors string.
Tao Deng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Deng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77125828-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.