Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hengduanshanensis
ID:
1329431

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.J.Chen) Bo Xu, X.F.Gao & Li Bing Zhang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa202: 166 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341885


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Description

Lespedeza hengduanshanensis (also called Hengduanshan Lespedeza, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to China. It has small, lobed leaves and showy, white flowers with purple centers. It is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lespedeza hengduanshanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in dry areas and can be used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lespedeza hengduanshanensis has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lespedeza hengduanshanensis is a perennial shrub native to China. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several pieces, each with at least one root and one shoot. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Lespedeza hengduanshanensis

Lespedeza hengduanshanensis is native to China.

Lespedeza hengduanshanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lespedeza hengduanshanensis?

Lespedeza hengduanshanensis

What is the family of Lespedeza hengduanshanensis?

Fabaceae

Where is Lespedeza hengduanshanensis found?

China

Species in the Lespedeza genus

Lespedeza capitata, Lespedeza leptostachya, Lespedeza texana, Lespedeza virginica, Lespedeza stuevei, Lespedeza angustifolia, Lespedeza hirta, Lespedeza procumbens, Lespedeza repens, Lespedeza stuevei, Lespedeza violacea, Lespedeza simulata, Lespedeza bicolor, Lespedeza cyrtobotrya, Lespedeza thunbergii, Lespedeza homoloba, Lespedeza pilosa, Lespedeza buergeri, Lespedeza tomentosa, Lespedeza cuneata, Lespedeza davidii, Lespedeza juncea, Lespedeza chinensis, Lespedeza davurica, Lespedeza maximowiczii, Lespedeza melanantha, Lespedeza hirta, Lespedeza virgata, Lespedeza macrovirgata, Lespedeza cyrtobuergeri, Lespedeza intermixta, Lespedeza kagoshimensis, Lespedeza neglecta, Lespedeza fordii, Lespedeza dunnii, Lespedeza fasciculiflora, Lespedeza forrestii, Lespedeza floribunda, Lespedeza daurica, Lespedeza caraganae, Lespedeza inschanica, Lespedeza elegans, Lespedeza bicolor, Lespedeza gerardiana, Lespedeza speciosa, Lespedeza hisauchii, Lespedeza intermixta, Lespedeza maritima, Lespedeza macrovirgata, Lespedeza miquelii,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Li Bing Zhang (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Li Bing Zhang' in the authors string.
Chia Jui Chen (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Chen' in the authors string.
Xin Fen Gao (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.F.Gao' in the authors string.
Bo Xu (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bo Xu' in the authors string.