Status:
valid
Authors:
Sungkaew & W.L.Goh
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 362: 279 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000003048
Common Names
- Thyrsocalamus liang
- Liang's Thyrsocalamus
- Liang Thyrsocalamus
Description
Thyrsocalamus liang (also called Liang's Bamboo, among many other common names) is a species of bamboo in the family Poaceae. It is native to the Yunnan province of China. It is found in moist, montane forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Thyrsocalamus liang is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thyrsocalamus liang is a small, white flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thyrsocalamus liang can be propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be planted in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a cold frame. The seed should be sown on the surface of the soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Thyrsocalamus liang
Thyrsocalamus liang can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, Nepal, and China.
Thyrsocalamus liang FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thyrsocalamus liang?
Thyrsocalamus liang
What is the natural habitat of Thyrsocalamus liang?
Tropical rainforests
What are the common names of Thyrsocalamus liang?
Liang Thyrsocalamus
Species in the Thyrsocalamus 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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77187550-1: 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].