Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chapaensis
ID:
396548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dop

Source:
ksu

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine [P.H. Lecomte et al.] 3: 726. 1930

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395880

Common Names

  • Chapaensis Pieris
  • Mountain Pieris
  • Alpine Pieris

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Description

Pieris chapaensis (also called Chapa's pieris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the mountains of western North America. It is found in moist montane forests, cloud forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pieris chapaensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pieris chapaensis has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pieris chapaensis can be cultivated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pieris chapaensis

Pieris chapaensis is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

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Ericaceae

Species in the Ericaceae family