Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
szechuanensis
ID:
358512

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Y.Wu) Harley

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 58: 486 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357844

Common Names

  • Collinsonia szechuanensis
  • Szechuan Horsebalm
  • Szechuan Stone Root

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Synonyms

  • Keiskea szechuanensis C.Y.Wu [unknown]

Description

Collinsonia szechuanensis (also called Chinese Horsebalm, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, herbaceous perennial with small, oval, green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Collinsonia szechuanensis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat digestive disorders, urinary tract infections, and other ailments. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Collinsonia szechuanensis has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves and are slightly serrated.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collinsonia szechuanensis is a slow-growing evergreen conifer that can reach heights of up to 10 m (33 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in the fall and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Collinsonia szechuanensis

Collinsonia szechuanensis can be found in China.

Collinsonia szechuanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collinsonia szechuanensis?

Collinsonia szechuanensis

What is the common name of Collinsonia szechuanensis?

Szechuan collinsonia

What is the natural habitat of Collinsonia szechuanensis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and plains

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-233650: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.