Paris dunniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dunniana
ID:
715578
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Lév.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9: 78 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714911
Common Names
- Paris dunniana
- Dunniana Plant
- Paris Dunniana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paris dunniana (also called 'Dunn's Paris', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to China. It has small, oval-shaped, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, forested areas and is tolerant of a range of soil types.
Uses & Benefits
Paris dunniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is durable and resistant to rot.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paris dunniana has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paris dunniana is a small, evergreen shrub native to China. It is a member of the family Melanthiaceae. It is a slow-growing plant with a spreading habit and can reach up to 1 meter in height. It has small, dark green leaves and white or pinkish flowers. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought-tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Paris dunniana
Paris dunniana is found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Paris dunniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paris dunniana?
Paris dunniana
What are the common names of Paris dunniana?
Common names include Chinese Herb Paris, Chinese Herb Paris Root, and Dunn's Herb Paris
What is the natural habitat of Paris dunniana?
Paris dunniana is native to China and Japan
Species in the Paris genus
Paris japonica, Paris delavayi, Paris incompleta, Paris bashanensis, Paris fargesii, Paris dunniana, Paris tetraphylla, Paris thibetica, Paris vaniotii, Paris verticillata, Paris mairei, Paris marmorata, Paris quadrifolia, Paris polyphylla, Paris undulatis, Paris birmanica, Paris rugosa, Paris daliensis, Paris dulongensis, Paris cronquistii, Paris forrestii, Paris vietnamensis, Paris luquanensis, Paris polyandra, Paris axialis, Paris caobangensis, Paris stigmatosa, Paris guizhouensis,
Species in the Melanthiaceae family
Amianthium muscaetoxicum, Anticlea elegans, Anticlea sibirica, Anticlea virescens, Anticlea volcanica, Chamaelirium luteum, Chamaelirium chinense, Chamaelirium cordifolium, Chamaelirium hisauchianum, Chamaelirium shiwandashanense, Chamaelirium actinomorphum, Chamaelirium nanlingense, Chamaelirium koidzumianum, Chamaelirium japonicum, Helonias alpina, Helonias breviscapa, Helonias bullata, Helonias kawanoi, Helonias leucantha, Helonias orientalis, Helonias thibetica, Helonias umbellata, Helonias yunnanensis, Helonias jinpingensis, Paris japonica, Paris delavayi, Paris incompleta, Paris bashanensis, Paris fargesii, Paris dunniana, Paris tetraphylla, Paris thibetica, Paris vaniotii, Paris verticillata, Paris mairei, Paris marmorata, Paris quadrifolia, Paris polyphylla, Paris undulatis, Paris birmanica, Paris rugosa, Paris daliensis, Paris dulongensis, Paris cronquistii, Paris forrestii, Paris vietnamensis, Paris luquanensis, Paris polyandra, Paris axialis, Paris caobangensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-283850: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.