Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
tubulosa
ID:
749330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Craib) A.Weber & D.J.Middleton

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 779 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748663

Common Names

  • Microchirita Tubulosa
  • Tubular Microchirita
  • Tubular Microchirita

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Description

Microchirita tubulosa (also called Tubular Microchirita, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with bright yellow flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the temperate regions of China and is commonly found in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Microchirita tubulosa is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and to treat digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microchirita tubulosa is white with a yellow center, and has a distinctively curved shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchirita tubulosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to reduce watering during the winter months. It is also important to fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Microchirita tubulosa

Microchirita tubulosa is native to China and can be found in the Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou provinces.

Microchirita tubulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchirita tubulosa?

Microchirita tubulosa

What is the common name of Microchirita tubulosa?

Tubular Microchirita

What is the natural habitat of Microchirita tubulosa?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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 kew-2902989: Based on the initial data import
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.