Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sulphureus
ID:
1228793

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 61: 20 (1924 publ. 1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228131

Common Names

  • Lysionotus sulphureus
  • Sulphur Knotweed
  • Japanese Knotweed

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Description

Lysionotus sulphureus (also called 'Sulphur-colored 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 sulphureus 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 sulphureus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Lysionotus sulphureus 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 sulphureus

Lysionotus sulphureus can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in the mountains of western China.

Lysionotus sulphureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lysionotus sulphureus?

Lysionotus sulphureus

What is the common name of Lysionotus sulphureus?

Sulphur Lysionotus

What is the natural habitat of Lysionotus sulphureus?

Grassy slopes, open woodlands, and scrubland

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,

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