Status:
valid
Authors:
Bo Xu, X.F.Gao & Li Bing Zhang
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.38: 124 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336471
Common Names
- Lespedeza Jiangxiensis
- Jiangxiensis Lespedeza
- Lespedeza
Description
Lespedeza jiangxiensis (also called Jiangxi Lespedeza, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in China. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000–3000 meters. It has an erect stem, up to 80 cm tall, with two to three leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green with brown stripes, up to 14 cm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Lespedeza jiangxiensis has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lespedeza jiangxiensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers have a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lespedeza jiangxiensis is a perennial shrub that is native to China. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Lespedeza jiangxiensis
Lespedeza jiangxiensis is native to China. It can be found in moist, sunny areas with well-drained soils.
Lespedeza jiangxiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lespedeza jiangxiensis?
Lespedeza jiangxiensis
What type of plant is Lespedeza jiangxiensis?
Shrub
Where is Lespedeza jiangxiensis 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
Bo Xu (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bo Xu' in the authors string.