Lysionotus metuoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
metuoensis
ID:
1228795
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
tro
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 17(1): 110 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228133
Common Names
- Lysionotus metuoensis
- Metuo Knotweed
- Japanese Knotweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lysionotus metuoensis (also called 'Metuo Lysionotus', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with linear-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, shrublands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Lysionotus metuoensis is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lysionotus metuoensis has white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings have small, oval leaves that are dark green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lysionotus metuoensis is a perennial herb native to temperate regions. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Lysionotus metuoensis
Lysionotus metuoensis can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in the mountains of western China.
Lysionotus metuoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lysionotus metuoensis?
Lysionotus metuoensis
What is the natural habitat of Lysionotus metuoensis?
It is native to the western Himalayas, from India to Nepal.
What are the common names of Lysionotus metuoensis?
It is commonly known as the Himalayan lysionotus or Himalayan wild ginger.
Species in the Lysionotus genus
Lysionotus confertus, Lysionotus pauciflorus, Lysionotus heterophylla, Lysionotus involucrata, Lysionotus palinensis, Lysionotus longipedunculatus, Lysionotus forrestii, Lysionotus gracilis, Lysionotus wilsonii, Lysionotus oblongifolius, Lysionotus denticulosus, Lysionotus aeschynanthoides, Lysionotus heterophyllus, Lysionotus petelotii, Lysionotus involucratus, Lysionotus sessilifolius, Lysionotus atropurpureus, Lysionotus sulphureus, Lysionotus metuoensis, Lysionotus microphyllus, Lysionotus sangzhiensis, Lysionotus serratus, Lysionotus chingii, Lysionotus gamosepalus, Lysionotus kwangsiensis, Lysionotus pubescens, Lysionotus levipes, Lysionotus kingii, Lysionotus sulphureoides,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50053528: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.