Stachyurus himalaicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Crossosomatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
himalaicus
ID:
747802
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson ex Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 5: 55 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747135
Common Names
- Stachyurus himalaicus
- Himalayan Stachyurus
- Himalayan Bellfruit
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stachyurus himalaicus (also called Himalayan Stachyurus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas. It has glossy, dark green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Stachyurus himalaicus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stachyurus himalaicus has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
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Stachyurus himalaicus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted.
Where to Find Stachyurus himalaicus
Stachyurus himalaicus is native to East Asia, and can be found in tropical rainforests and lowland forests.
Stachyurus himalaicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stachyurus himalaicus?
Stachyurus himalaicus
What is the family of Stachyurus himalaicus?
Stachyuraceae
Where is Stachyurus himalaicus found?
Nepal
Species in the Stachyurus genus
Species in the Stachyuraceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2900656: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.