Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chiangii
ID:
242550

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.C.Johnst.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28: 336 (1980 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241882

Common Names

  • Mesadenus chiangii
  • Chiang's Mesadenus
  • Chiang Mesadenus

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Synonyms

  • Spiranthes chiangii M.C.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Brachystele chiangii (M.C.Johnst.) Burns-Bal. [unknown]

Description

Mesadenus chiangii (also called Chiang's Mesadenus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has simple, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mesadenus chiangii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin ailments, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesadenus chiangii has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters at the end of the stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in pairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesadenus chiangii is a perennial herb native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. The plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Mesadenus chiangii

Mesadenus chiangii can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Mesadenus chiangii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesadenus chiangii?

Mesadenus chiangii

What is the natural habitat of Mesadenus chiangii?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Mesadenus chiangii?

Chiang's False Palm, False Palm

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-125881: Based on the initial data import
Marshall Conring Johnston (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.C.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.