Status:
valid
Authors:
S.C.Ko & G.Y.Chung
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 175: 51 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340536
Description
Paraphlomis koreana (also called Korean Paraphlomis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Korea and is found in open forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Paraphlomis koreana is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has small white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paraphlomis koreana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of round, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paraphlomis koreana is an evergreen perennial that is native to Korea. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes in early spring. The rhizomes should be planted at a depth of about 2 inches and kept moist until established. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Paraphlomis koreana
Paraphlomis koreana is native to temperate and subtropical regions of East Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Paraphlomis koreana FAQ
What is the common name of Paraphlomis koreana?
Korean Paraphlomis
What is the natural habitat of Paraphlomis koreana?
Tropical rainforest
What is the flowering season of Paraphlomis koreana?
Summer
Species in the Paraphlomis genus
Paraphlomis albida,
Paraphlomis albiflora,
Paraphlomis albotomentosa,
Paraphlomis brevifolia,
Paraphlomis foliata,
Paraphlomis formosana,
Paraphlomis hirsutissima,
Paraphlomis hispida,
Paraphlomis intermedia,
Paraphlomis javanica,
Paraphlomis kwangtungensis,
Paraphlomis lanceolata,
Paraphlomis lancidentata,
Paraphlomis membranacea,
Paraphlomis oblongifolia,
Paraphlomis parviflora,
Paraphlomis patentisetulosa,
Paraphlomis paucisetosa,
Paraphlomis reflexa,
Paraphlomis seticalyx,
Paraphlomis setulosa,
Paraphlomis shunchangensis,
Paraphlomis subcoriacea,
Paraphlomis tomentoso-capitata,
Paraphlomis koreana,
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
Sung-Chul Ko: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Ko' in the authors string.
Gyu Yuong Chung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Y.Chung' in the authors string.