Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guizhouensis
ID:
1322066

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.K.Monro, C.J.Chen & Y.G.Wei

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 19: 62 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334520

Common Names

  • Pilea Guizhouensis
  • Guizhouensis Pilea
  • Pilea

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Description

Pilea guizhouensis (also called Guizhou Pilea, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of China. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pilea guizhouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilea guizhouensis is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilea guizhouensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Pilea guizhouensis prefers warm temperatures and moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Pilea guizhouensis

Pilea guizhouensis is found in the limestone hills of Guizhou, China.

Pilea guizhouensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilea guizhouensis?

Pilea guizhouensis

Where is Pilea guizhouensis found?

Pilea guizhouensis is found in China.

What are the common names of Pilea guizhouensis?

Common names of Pilea guizhouensis include Guizhou pilea and Guizhou urticaceae.

Species in the Pilea genus

Pilea striata, Pilea strigillosa, Pilea stapfiana, Pilea spruceana, Pilea squamulata, Pilea stolonifera, Pilea stellarioides, Pilea stelluligera, Pilea stenoneura, Pilea stenophylla, Pilea thouarsiana, Pilea tatei, Pilea subpubera, Pilea thymoidea, Pilea tippenhaueri, Pilea tetraphylla, Pilea succulenta, Pilea sumideroensis, Pilea suta, Pilea sylvatica, Pilea spathulata, Pilea rufescens, Pilea rugosa, Pilea rugosissima, Pilea scandens, Pilea salentana, Pilea samanensis, Pilea sancti-johannis, Pilea sphenophylla, Pilea rojasiana, Pilea rivularis, Pilea robinsonii, Pilea rufa, Pilea roemeri, Pilea rubiacea, Pilea robusta, Pilea setigera, Pilea sevillensis, Pilea siguaneana, Pilea silvicola, Pilea simplex, Pilea saxicola, Pilea serrulata, Pilea solandri, Pilea schlechteri, Pilea sessilifolia, Pilea selleana, Pilea sessiliflora, Pilea serpyllacea, Pilea torbeciana,

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Chia Jui Chen (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Chen' in the authors string.
Alex K. Monro (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Monro' in the authors string.
Yi Gang Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.G.Wei' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77123890-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.