Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taplejungnica
ID:
750741

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Ohba & S.Akiyama

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Sci. Mus. Tokyo, B 36: 135 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750074

Common Names

  • Prunus Taplejungnica
  • Taplejung Prunus
  • Taplejung Plum

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Description

Prunus taplejungnica (also called 'Taplejung Prunus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Nepal. It has white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is commonly found in moist, loamy soils in forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Prunus taplejungnica is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and sore throats. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prunus taplejungnica has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prunus taplejungnica is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Nepal. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C (65-72°F). Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Prunus taplejungnica

Prunus taplejungnica can be found in the Himalayas of Nepal.

Prunus taplejungnica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prunus taplejungnica?

Prunus taplejungnica

What is the natural habitat of Prunus taplejungnica?

Prunus taplejungnica is native to Nepal.

What are the characteristics of Prunus taplejungnica?

Prunus taplejungnica is a small shrub with large, ovate leaves and white flowers.

Species in the Prunus genus

Prunus topkegolensis, Prunus taplejungnica, Prunus pensylvanica, Prunus sachalinensis, Prunus nipponica, Prunus yedoensis, Prunus gondouinii, Prunus humilis, Prunus domestica, Prunus ferganica, Prunus fruticans, Prunus prostrata, Prunus lannesiana, Prunus campanulata, Prunus simonii, Prunus ussuriensis, Prunus undulata, Prunus grayana, Prunus velutina, Prunus cornuta, Prunus napaulensis, Prunus pedunculata, Prunus mongolica, Prunus davidiana, Prunus kansuensis, Prunus dasycarpa, Prunus pygeoides, Prunus szechuanica, Prunus setulosa, Prunus caudata, Prunus cercocarpifolia, Prunus argentea, Prunus moldavica, Prunus stepposa, Prunus tadzhikistanica, Prunus vachuschtii, Prunus ssiori, Prunus ravenii, Prunus douglasii, Prunus brachybotrya, Prunus salicifolia, Prunus samydoides, Prunus petunnikowii, Prunus sargentii, Prunus juddii, Prunus guatemalensis, Prunus canescens, Prunus eminens, Prunus armeniaca, Prunus bifrons,

Species in the Rosaceae family

Acaena macrocephala, Acaena antarctica, Acaena argentea, Acaena boliviana, Acaena buchananii, Acaena echinata, Acaena agnipila, Acaena cylindristachya, Acaena confertissima, Acaena eupatoria, Acaena integerrima, Acaena leptacantha, Acaena ovina, Acaena magellanica, Acaena masafuerana, Acaena patagonica, Acaena tenera, Acaena platyacantha, Acaena pumila, Acaena splendens, Acaena stricta, Acaena stangii, Acaena trifida, Acaena pallida, Acaena caespitosa, Acaena saccaticupula, Acaena subincisa, Acaena hirsutula, Acaena fissistipula, Acaena glabra, Acaena tesca, Acaena juvenca, Acaena emittens, Acaena dumicola, Acaena profundeincisa, Acaena minor, Acaena alpina, Acaena montana, Acaena myriophylla, Acaena poeppigiana, Acaena anserovina, Acaena sericea, Acaena latebrosa, Acaena sarmentosa, Acaena elongata, Acaena exigua, Acaena rorida, Acaena novae-zelandiae, Acaena pinnatifida, Acaena inermis,

References

Hideaki Ohba (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohba' in the authors string.
Shinobu Akiyama (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Akiyama' in the authors string.