Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
megalothyrsa
ID:
873352

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hand.-Mazz.) D.Z.Li, Hsueh & N.H.Xia

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 33: 600 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872687

Common Names

  • Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa
  • Megalothyrsa Gaoligongshania
  • Gaoligongshania

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Description

Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa (also called Megalothyrsa Gaoligongshania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to China. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 2 m in height. It prefers moist soils and is found in woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa is yellow and shaped like a bell. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division.

Where to Find Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa

Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in areas with high altitudes and cold climates.

Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa?

Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa

What is the common name of Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa?

Large-leaved Gaoligongshania

Where is Gaoligongshania megalothyrsa native to?

Southern China

Species in the Gaoligongshania genus

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Xue Jiru (1921-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hsueh' in the authors string.
De Zhu Li (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Z.Li' in the authors string.
Nian He Xia (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Xia' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:987591-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].