Coluria omeiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.C.Ku
Source:
rjp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 10(3): 19 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000983367
Common Names
- Omeiensis Coluria
- Omeiensis Cinquefoil
- Omeiensis Five-Finger Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coluria omeiensis (also called Omei Coluria, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Himalayas and southwestern China. It is a deciduous shrub, typically growing to 1.5 m tall. Its leaves are pinnate, with five to seven leaflets. Its flowers are white, with a diameter of 2 cm. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, on hillsides and in meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Coluria omeiensis is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, as it helps to remove toxins from the air.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Coluria omeiensis var. nanzhengensis Yü & T.C.KuFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coluria omeiensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have five leaflets.
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Coluria omeiensis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Coluria omeiensis
Coluria omeiensis is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Hubei, Hunan, and Sichuan.
Species in the Coluria genus
Species in the Rosaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-10180: Based on the initial data import
Tsue Chih Ku (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.Ku' in the authors string.