Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
508414

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) T.L.Wu & Z.Y.Chen

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 27:127. (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507746



Common Names

  • Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis
  • Yunnan Pyrgophyllum
  • Pyrgophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Caulokaempferia yunnanensis (Gagnep.) R.M.Sm. [valid]
  • Kaempferia fongyuensis Gagnep. [valid]
  • Kaempferia yunnanensis Gagnep. [valid]
  • Monolophus yunnanensis (Gagnep.) T.L.Wu & S.J.Chen [valid]
  • Camptandra yunnanensis (Gagnep.) K.Schum. [valid]
  • Camptandra fongyuensis (Gagnep.) K.Larsen [valid]

Description

Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis (also called Yunnan Pyrgophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to China and is found in montane forests. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, light brown seed. The seedlings are small, light green plants with needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and kept in a warm, humid environment to ensure successful rooting.

Where to Find Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis

Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis is native to China.

Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis?

Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis

What is the natural habitat of Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis?

It is native to Yunnan, China.

What are the characteristics of Pyrgophyllum yunnanensis?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Species in the Pyrgophyllum genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Te-Lin Wu (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Wu' in the authors string.
Zhong Yi Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Chen' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000507746: Based on the initial data import