Status:
valid
Authors:
(Royle ex Edgew.) Fu
Source:
tro
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin., Addit. 1: 127 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300647
Common Names
- Rhodiola sinuata
- Sinuata Rhodiola
- Sinuata's Rhodiola
Description
Rhodiola sinuata (also called Sinuate Rhodiola, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Caucasus Mountains. It has thick, fleshy, green leaves with a red margin and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the Caucasus.
Uses & Benefits
Rhodiola sinuata is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its adaptogenic properties. It is also used as a dietary supplement for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-fatigue properties. It is also used in cosmetics and skincare products for its anti-aging and anti-wrinkle effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhodiola sinuata is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhodiola sinuata is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings in the spring or summer. It should be watered regularly, but not overly wet.
Where to Find Rhodiola sinuata
Rhodiola sinuata can be found in the Himalayas, Tibet, and Mongolia.
Rhodiola sinuata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhodiola sinuata?
Rhodiola sinuata
What type of plant is Rhodiola sinuata?
Herb
Where is Rhodiola sinuata native to?
China
Species in the Rhodiola genus
Rhodiola algida,
Rhodiola marginata,
Rhodiola rosea,
Rhodiola quadrifida,
Rhodiola crenulata,
Rhodiola rhodantha,
Rhodiola junggarica,
Rhodiola multibracteata,
Rhodiola tangutica,
Rhodiola handelii,
Rhodiola sherriffii,
Rhodiola atsaensis,
Rhodiola integrifolia,
Rhodiola semenovii,
Rhodiola coccinea,
Rhodiola fastigiata,
Rhodiola gelida,
Rhodiola heterodonta,
Rhodiola himalensis,
Rhodiola kaschgarica,
Rhodiola litwinovii,
Rhodiola pamiroalaica,
Rhodiola recticaulis,
Rhodiola stephani,
Rhodiola bupleuroides,
Rhodiola calliantha,
Rhodiola tibetica,
Rhodiola angusta,
Rhodiola alsia,
Rhodiola serrata,
Rhodiola cretinii,
Rhodiola kirilowii,
Rhodiola hobsonii,
Rhodiola humilis,
Rhodiola primuloides,
Rhodiola purpureoviridis,
Rhodiola discolor,
Rhodiola smithii,
Rhodiola wallichiana,
Rhodiola prainii,
Rhodiola stapfii,
Rhodiola macrocarpa,
Rhodiola yunnanensis,
Rhodiola dumulosa,
Rhodiola forrestii,
Rhodiola sinuata,
Rhodiola chrysanthemifolia,
Rhodiola nobilis,
Rhodiola sexifolia,
Rhodiola subopposita,
Species in the Crassulaceae family
Adromischus alstonii,
Adromischus bicolor,
Adromischus caryophyllaceus,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus cristatus,
Adromischus diabolicus,
Adromischus fallax,
Adromischus filicaulis,
Adromischus hemisphericus,
Adromischus humilis,
Adromischus inamoenus,
Adromischus leucophyllus,
Adromischus liebenbergii,
Adromischus maculatus,
Adromischus mammillaris,
Adromischus marianae,
Adromischus maximus,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus nanus,
Adromischus phillipsiae,
Adromischus roaneanus,
Adromischus schuldtianus,
Adromischus sphenophyllus,
Adromischus subdistichus,
Adromischus subviridis,
Adromischus triflorus,
Adromischus trigynus,
Adromischus umbraticola,
Adromischus coleorum,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus triflorus,
Aeonium loartei,
Aeonium uhlii,
Aeonium aguajilvense,
Aeonium aizoon,
Aeonium anagense,
Aeonium anagensis,
Aeonium appendiculatum,
Aeonium arboreum,
Aeonium aureum,
Aeonium balsamiferum,
Aeonium barbatum,
Aeonium beltranii,
Aeonium bollei,
Aeonium burchardii,
Aeonium canariense,
Aeonium castellodecorum,
Aeonium castello-paivae,
Aeonium ciliatum,