Rubia yunnanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 5: 278 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298667
Common Names
- Rubia yunnanensis
- Yunnan Rubia
- Yunnanensis Rubia
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- Rubia ustulata Diels [valid]
- Rubia sikkimensis yunnanensis Franch. ex Diels [valid]
Description
Rubia yunnanensis (also called Yunnan madder, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It grows in moist, shady places, such as along riverbanks and in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rubia yunnanensis is used for its medicinal properties, including treating skin diseases, reducing inflammation, and treating digestive problems. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. Outside of medicinal uses, Rubia yunnanensis can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Rubia yunnanensis has small, white or pinkish-white flowers. Seed: Rubia yunnanensis has small, black seeds. Seedlings: Rubia yunnanensis seedlings are small and have thin, delicate stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rubia yunnanensis is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Stem cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Rubia yunnanensis
Rubia yunnanensis is found in Yunnan province, China.
Rubia yunnanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rubia yunnanensis?
Rubia yunnanensis
What is the common name of Rubia yunnanensis?
Yunnan madder
What is the natural habitat of Rubia yunnanensis?
It is native to China
Species in the Rubia genus
Rubia agostinhoi, Rubia aitchisonii, Rubia alaica, Rubia alata, Rubia albicaulis, Rubia angustisissima, Rubia argyi, Rubia atropurpurea, Rubia balearica, Rubia caramanica, Rubia charifolia, Rubia chinensis, Rubia chitralensis, Rubia clematidifolia, Rubia cordifolia, Rubia crassipes, Rubia cretacea, Rubia davisiana, Rubia deserticola, Rubia discolor, Rubia dolichophylla, Rubia edgeworthii, Rubia falciformis, Rubia filiformis, Rubia florida, Rubia fruticosa, Rubia garrettii, Rubia gedrosiaca, Rubia haematantha, Rubia hexaphylla, Rubia himalayensis, Rubia hispidicaulis, Rubia horrida, Rubia infundibularis, Rubia jesoensis, Rubia komarovii, Rubia krascheninnikovii, Rubia laevissima, Rubia latipetala, Rubia laurae, Rubia laxiflora, Rubia linii, Rubia magna, Rubia mandersii, Rubia manjith, Rubia membranacea, Rubia oncotricha, Rubia oppositifolia, Rubia pallida, Rubia pauciflora,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-180451: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.