Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Hua Chen & Shi L.Chen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 280: 38 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347270
Common Names
- Swertia subuniflora
- Subuniflora Swertia
- S. Swertia
Description
Swertia subuniflora (also called One-flowered Swertia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the Himalayas and western China. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. The flowers have a white center and yellow-green petals.
Uses & Benefits
Swertia subuniflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Swertia subuniflora is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Swertia subuniflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a wide range of soils, but prefers a slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It is also susceptible to frost damage, so it should be grown in a warm, sheltered position. It is best propagated in spring or early summer, when the soil is warm and moist.
Where to Find Swertia subuniflora
Swertia subuniflora can be found in Mexico.
Swertia subuniflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swertia subuniflora?
Swertia subuniflora
What is the common name of Swertia subuniflora?
Subuniflora Swertia
Where is Swertia subuniflora found?
It is found in the Himalayas.
Species in the Swertia genus
Swertia zeylanica,
Swertia wattii,
Swertia welwitschii,
Swertia woodii,
Swertia yezo-alpina,
Swertia steenisii,
Swertia striata,
Swertia swertopsis,
Swertia tashiroi,
Swertia taylorii,
Swertia lurida,
Swertia staintonii,
Swertia mildbraedii,
Swertia mileensis,
Swertia thomsonii,
Swertia iberica,
Swertia grandiflora,
Swertia lastii,
Swertia lactea,
Swertia japonica,
Swertia lawii,
Swertia leduci,
Swertia longifolis,
Swertia juzepczukii,
Swertia javanica,
Swertia scottii,
Swertia schimperi,
Swertia schugnanica,
Swertia punctata,
Swertia ramosa,
Swertia volkensii,
Swertia pumila,
Swertia papuana,
Swertia nepalensis,
Swertia oxyphylla,
Swertia obtusa,
Swertia pseudochinensis,
Swertia polynectaria,
Swertia pseudohookeri,
Swertia perennis,
Swertia piloglandulosa,
Swertia pinetorum,
Swertia alternifolia,
Swertia acaulis,
Swertia densifolia,
Swertia crassiuscula,
Swertia crossoloma,
Swertia decurrens,
Swertia fedtschenkoana,
Swertia corymbosa,
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,
References
Shi Long Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shi L.Chen' in the authors string.
Bing Hua Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hua Chen' in the authors string.