Sinocurculigo taishanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taishanica
ID:
1320618
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.J.Liu, L.J.Chen & K.Wei Liu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE 7(6): 4 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333072
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sinocurculigo taishanica (also called Taishan Sinocurculigo, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single stem and a single leaf. It is native to China and is found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sinocurculigo taishanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sinocurculigo taishanica has small, yellowish-green flowers with a short, curved spur. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sinocurculigo taishanica is a tropical herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer, with each division containing at least one stem and root system. The plant prefers warm, humid environments and should be grown in partial shade.
Where to Find Sinocurculigo taishanica
Sinocurculigo taishanica is found in the tropical forests of China.
Sinocurculigo taishanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sinocurculigo taishanica?
Sinocurculigo taishanica
What type of plant is Sinocurculigo taishanica?
It is a shrub
Where is Sinocurculigo taishanica found?
It is found in China
Species in the Sinocurculigo genus
Species in the Hypoxidaceae family
Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis, Empodium elongatum, Empodium flexile, Empodium gloriosum, Empodium monophyllum, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium plicatum, Empodium veratrifolium, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium veratrifolium, Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa,
References
Zhong Jian Liu (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.J.Liu' in the authors string.
Li Jun Chen (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.J.Chen' in the authors string.
Ke Wei Liu (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Wei Liu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119579-1: Based on the initial data import