Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
pingtaoi
ID:
747194

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Y.He & J.Y.Lin

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Novon 20: 60 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746527

Common Names

  • Heterostemma pingtaoi
  • Pingtao's Heterostemma
  • Pingtao's Heterostemma Vine

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Description

Heterostemma pingtaoi (also called Pingtao Heterostemma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to China. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is found in forests, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Heterostemma pingtaoi is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heterostemma pingtaoi has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterostemma pingtaoi is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a rooting medium.

Where to Find Heterostemma pingtaoi

Heterostemma pingtaoi can be found in the mountains of Guangxi Province, China.

Heterostemma pingtaoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterostemma pingtaoi?

Heterostemma pingtaoi

What is the common name of Heterostemma pingtaoi?

Pingtao Heterostemma

What is the natural habitat of Heterostemma pingtaoi?

It is native to China.

Species in the Heterostemma genus

Heterostemma alatum, Heterostemma angustilobum, Heterostemma balansae, Heterostemma beddomei, Heterostemma brownii, Heterostemma collinum, Heterostemma cuspidatum, Heterostemma dalzellii, Heterostemma deccanense, Heterostemma disciflorum, Heterostemma esquirolii, Heterostemma fimbriatum, Heterostemma grandiflorum, Heterostemma herbertii, Heterostemma javanicum, Heterostemma kaniense, Heterostemma luteum, Heterostemma membranifolium, Heterostemma menghaiense, Heterostemma montanum, Heterostemma oblongifolium, Heterostemma siamicum, Heterostemma sinicum, Heterostemma stellatum, Heterostemma suberosum, Heterostemma succosum, Heterostemma tanjorensis, Heterostemma tsoongii, Heterostemma urceolatum, Heterostemma vasudevanii, Heterostemma wallichii, Heterostemma pingtaoi, Heterostemma xuansonense, Heterostemma tanjorense, Heterostemma acuminatum, Heterostemma piperifolium, Heterostemma magnificum, Heterostemma samoense, Heterostemma lobulatum, Heterostemma andersonii, Heterostemma maculatum, Heterostemma garrettii,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Shao Yun He: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.He' in the authors string.
Jia Yi Lin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Y.Lin' in the authors string.