Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
shweliensis
ID:
1329235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mich.Möller & W.H.Chen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 66: 202 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341689

Common Names

  • Oreocharis shweliensis
  • Shweliensis
  • Shwe Oreocharis

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Description

Oreocharis shweliensis (also called Shweli Oreocharis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to China and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oreocharis shweliensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oreocharis shweliensis is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, delicate stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreocharis shweliensis is a perennial herb native to the tropical regions of Asia. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Oreocharis shweliensis

Oreocharis shweliensis can be found in China, primarily in the Yunnan Province.

Oreocharis shweliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreocharis shweliensis?

Oreocharis shweliensis

What is the common name of Oreocharis shweliensis?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Oreocharis shweliensis?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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,

References

Wen Hong Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Chen' in the authors string.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.