Status:
valid
Authors:
(Merr.) Mich.Möller & A.Weber
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 23: 17 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748733
Common Names
- Oreocharis acaulis
- Acaulis Oreocharis
- Acaulis Oreocharis Vine
Synonyms
- Opithandra acaulis (Merr.) B.L.Burtt [unknown]
- Chirita acaulis Merr. [unknown]
Description
Oreocharis acaulis (also called Chinese mountain bells, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb, native to China and Vietnam. It grows in moist and shady places, such as forests, shrubs, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Oreocharis acaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oreocharis acaulis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oreocharis acaulis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas.
Where to Find Oreocharis acaulis
Oreocharis acaulis can be found in moist, grassy areas in China.
Oreocharis acaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oreocharis acaulis?
Oreocharis acaulis
What is the common name of Oreocharis acaulis?
Stemless Oreocharis
What is the natural habitat of Oreocharis acaulis?
Grasslands and scrub
Species in the Oreocharis genus
Oreocharis cavalieri,
Oreocharis rhytidophylla,
Oreocharis hirsuta,
Oreocharis auricula,
Oreocharis stenosiphon,
Oreocharis pankaiyuae,
Oreocharis muscicola,
Oreocharis wangwentsaii,
Oreocharis acaulis,
Oreocharis craibii,
Oreocharis begoniifolia,
Oreocharis bullata,
Oreocharis burtii,
Oreocharis chienii,
Oreocharis cinerea,
Oreocharis concava,
Oreocharis convexa,
Oreocharis cotinifolia,
Oreocharis crenata,
Oreocharis dalzielii,
Oreocharis dinghushanensis,
Oreocharis eximia,
Oreocharis fargesii,
Oreocharis farreri,
Oreocharis flabellata,
Oreocharis gamosepala,
Oreocharis giraldii,
Oreocharis glandulosa,
Oreocharis hekouensis,
Oreocharis humilis,
Oreocharis jiangxiensis,
Oreocharis lancifolia,
Oreocharis leucantha,
Oreocharis longifolia,
Oreocharis lungshengensis,
Oreocharis mileensis,
Oreocharis nanchuanica,
Oreocharis obliquifolia,
Oreocharis obtusidentata,
Oreocharis pumila,
Oreocharis pinnatilobata,
Oreocharis primuliflora,
Oreocharis rhombifolia,
Oreocharis ronganensis,
Oreocharis rosthornii,
Oreocharis rubra,
Oreocharis saxatilis,
Oreocharis sichuanensis,
Oreocharis sichuanica,
Oreocharis sinohenryi,
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,