Corsiopsis chinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chinensis
ID:
765023
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.X.Zhang, R.M.K.Saunders & C.M.Hu
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 24: 313 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764356
Common Names
- Corsiopsis Chinensis
- Chinensis Corsiopsis
- Corsiopsis's Chinensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Corsiopsis chinensis (also called Chinese Corsiopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It has long, thin, arching leaves that are green in color with a reddish-purple tinge. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Corsiopsis chinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make tea and as a herbal remedy for coughs and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Corsiopsis chinensis has bright yellow flowers with orange and red stripes. Its seeds are small and oval-shaped, and its seedlings are short and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Corsiopsis chinensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Corsiopsis chinensis
Corsiopsis chinensis is native to China and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Corsiopsis chinensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Corsiopsis chinensis?
Corsiopsis chinensis is found in tropical rainforests in the Solomon Islands.
What is the growth rate of Corsiopsis chinensis?
Corsiopsis chinensis is a slow-growing species.
What are the care requirements for Corsiopsis chinensis?
Corsiopsis chinensis requires high humidity and warm temperatures to thrive.
Species in the Corsiopsis genus
Species in the Corsiaceae family
Arachnitis uniflora, Corsia acuminata, Corsia arfakensis, Corsia boridiensis, Corsia brassii, Corsia clypeata, Corsia cordata, Corsia cornuta, Corsia crenata, Corsia cyclopensis, Corsia haianjensis, Corsia huonensis, Corsia lamellata, Corsia merimantaensis, Corsia ornata, Corsia papuana, Corsia purpurata, Corsia pyramidata, Corsia resiensis, Corsia torricellensis, Corsia triceratops, Corsia unguiculata, Corsia virido-purpurea, Corsia wubungu, Corsia dispar, Corsia wiakabui, Corsiopsis chinensis,
References
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
Dianxiang Zhang (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.X.Zhang' in the authors string.
Richard M. K. Saunders (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.K.Saunders' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1011152-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.