Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
chinensis
ID:
1322270

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) D.J.Middleton & Livsh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 34: 370 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334724

Common Names

  • Streptoechites Chinensis
  • Chinensis Orchid
  • Streptoechites Orchid

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Description

Streptoechites chinensis (also called 'Chinese Streptoechites', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China, and is found in moist habitats such as near streams and ponds.

Uses & Benefits

Streptoechites chinensis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptoechites chinensis has yellow flowers with five petals and a central crown of stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptoechites chinensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil in spring or early summer and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist soil.

Where to Find Streptoechites chinensis

Streptoechites chinensis is native to China and can be found in the Yunnan province.

Streptoechites chinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptoechites chinensis?

Streptoechites chinensis

What is the common name of Streptoechites chinensis?

Chinese Streptoechites

What is the family of Streptoechites chinensis?

Asteraceae

Species in the Streptoechites genus

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.
Tatyana Livshultz (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Livsh.' in the authors string.