Rohdea emeiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emeiensis
ID:
734360
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Z.Y.Zhu) N.Tanaka
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 332 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733693
Common Names
- Rohdea emeiensis
- Emeiensis Rohdea
- Rohdea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rohdea emeiensis (also called 'Emei Lily', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rohdea emeiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rohdea emeiensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rohdea emeiensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sheltered position until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Rohdea emeiensis
Rohdea emeiensis is native to China, where it grows in moist, shady areas.
Rohdea emeiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rohdea emeiensis?
Rohdea emeiensis
What type of plant is Rohdea emeiensis?
It is a perennial herb
What is the natural habitat of Rohdea emeiensis?
It is native to China
Species in the Rohdea genus
Rohdea urotepala, Rohdea japonica, Rohdea longipedunculata, Rohdea jinshanensis, Rohdea eucomoides, Rohdea ensifolia, Rohdea verruculosa, Rohdea tonkinensis, Rohdea emeiensis, Rohdea delavayi, Rohdea annulata, Rohdea lichuanensis, Rohdea siamensis, Rohdea wattii, Rohdea nepalensis, Rohdea pachynema, Rohdea chlorantha, Rohdea dracaenoides, Rohdea fargesii,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-286889: Based on the initial data import
Zheng Yin Zhu (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Zhu' in the authors string.
Noriyuki Tanaka (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Tanaka' in the authors string.