Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jiangxiensis
ID:
1324017

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

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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.

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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

Li Bing Zhang (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Li Bing Zhang' 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.