Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
280277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Finet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 44: 419 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279609

Common Names

  • Pogonia yunnanensis
  • Yunnan Pogonia
  • Yunnan Beakrush

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Description

Pogonia yunnanensis (also called 'Yunnan Pogonia', among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a single, thick stem. It is native to China, and is found in grasslands and woodlands. It has large, arrow-shaped leaves with a deep green color, and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pogonia yunnanensis has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pogonia yunnanensis is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pogonia yunnanensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought, but will not survive in standing water. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Pogonia yunnanensis

Pogonia yunnanensis is native to Yunnan, China.

Pogonia yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pogonia yunnanensis?

Pogonia yunnanensis

What type of plant is Pogonia yunnanensis?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Pogonia yunnanensis?

Grasslands and chaparral

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