Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.L.Wu & P.Zhuang) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Hanburyana 5: 53 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748906
Common Names
- Podophyllum Emeiense
- Emeiense Podophyllum
- Podophyllum Emeiense
Synonyms
- Dysosma majoensis emeiensis J.L.Wu & P.Zhuang [unknown]
Description
Podophyllum emeiense (also called 'Emei Podophyllum', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China and other parts of East Asia. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Podophyllum emeiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podophyllum emeiense is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podophyllum emeiense is a perennial herb native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Podophyllum emeiense
Podophyllum emeiense can be found in the mountains of central and western China.
Podophyllum emeiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podophyllum emeiense?
Podophyllum emeiense
What is the common name of Podophyllum emeiense?
Emei Podophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Podophyllum emeiense?
It is native to China and grows in moist, shady forests
Species in the Podophyllum genus
Podophyllum peltatum,
Podophyllum hexandrum,
Podophyllum hemsleyi,
Podophyllum glaucescens,
Podophyllum emeiense,
Podophyllum guangxiense,
Podophyllum trilobulus,
Podophyllum pleianthum,
Podophyllum majorense,
Podophyllum versipelle,
Podophyllum difforme,
Podophyllum delavayi,
Podophyllum aurantiocaule,
Podophyllum majoense,
Podophyllum grayi,
Podophyllum tsayuense,
Podophyllum sinense,
Podophyllum cymosum,
Species in the Berberidaceae family
Achlys californica,
Achlys japonica,
Achlys triphylla,
Berberis jinshajiangensis,
Berberis pingbaensis,
Berberis pulangensis,
Berberis actinacantha,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acuminata,
Berberis acutinervia,
Berberis aemulans,
Berberis aetnensis,
Berberis affinis,
Berberis agapatensis,
Berberis aggregata,
Berberis agricola,
Berberis ahrendtii,
Berberis albicans,
Berberis aldenhamensis,
Berberis alpicola,
Berberis amabilis,
Berberis ambigua,
Berberis ambrozyana,
Berberis amoena,
Berberis amplectens,
Berberis amurensis,
Berberis andeana,
Berberis andreana,
Berberis andrieuxii,
Berberis angulosa,
Berberis anhweiensis,
Berberis annaemariae,
Berberis approximata,
Berberis aquifolium,
Berberis argentinensis,
Berberis arguta,
Berberis arido-calida,
Berberis aristata,
Berberis aristato-serrulata,
Berberis aristeguietae,
Berberis aristulata,
Berberis armata,
Berberis asiatica,
Berberis asmyana,
Berberis assamana,
Berberis atrocarpa,
Berberis atroprasina,
Berberis atroviridiana,
Berberis aurahuacensis,
Berberis baltistanica,
References
Jia Lin Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Wu' in the authors string.