Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
shunchangensis
ID:
265236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.Y.Li & M.S.Li

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Fl. Fujianica 4: 633 (1989 publ. 1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264568

Common Names

  • Paraphlomis shunchangensis
  • Shunchangensis Paraphlomis
  • Shunchangensis Paraphlomis

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Description

Paraphlomis shunchangensis (also called 'Shunchang Paraphlomis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has a woody stem and its leaves are covered with white hairs. It grows in thickets, grasslands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Paraphlomis shunchangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paraphlomis shunchangensis is white and tubular with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paraphlomis shunchangensis is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the root ball.

Where to Find Paraphlomis shunchangensis

Paraphlomis shunchangensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Paraphlomis shunchangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paraphlomis shunchangensis?

Paraphlomis shunchangensis

What is the family of Paraphlomis shunchangensis?

Acanthaceae

Where is Paraphlomis shunchangensis found?

China

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-147675: Based on the initial data import
Li Zhenying: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Y.Li' in the authors string.