Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
thibetica
ID:
715674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 10: 184 (1887 publ. 1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715007

Common Names

  • Paris thibetica
  • Thibetica Plant
  • Paris Thibetica

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Synonyms

  • Daiswa thibetica (Franch.) Takht. [unknown]
  • Paris polyphylla appendiculata H.Hara [unknown]
  • Paris polyphylla thibetica (Franch.) H.Hara [unknown]

Description

Paris thibetica (also called 'Tibetan 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 thibetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Paris thibetica var. apetala Hand.-Mazz.
Paris thibetica var. thibetica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paris thibetica 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Paris thibetica 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 thibetica

Paris thibetica is found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Paris thibetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paris thibetica?

Paris thibetica

What is the common name of Paris thibetica?

Tibetan Pari

What is the family of Paris thibetica?

Melanthiaceae

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