Status:
valid
Authors:
T.L.Wu & S.J.Chen
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 16:26. (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436120
Common Names
- Kwangsiense Ginger Lily
- Kwangsiense Hedychium
- Kwangsiense Gingerlily
Description
Hedychium kwangsiense (also called Kwangsi Butterfly Ginger, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China and Vietnam. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with yellowish-orange centers. It grows in moist forests, meadows, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Hedychium kwangsiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hedychium kwangsiense has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedychium kwangsiense is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Hedychium kwangsiense
Hedychium kwangsiense is native to China and can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of the country.
Hedychium kwangsiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedychium kwangsiense?
Hedychium kwangsiense
What is the common name of Hedychium kwangsiense?
Kwangsi ginger lily
What is the natural habitat of Hedychium kwangsiense?
Hedychium kwangsiense is native to China and is found in moist forests and grasslands
Species in the Hedychium genus
Hedychium biflorum,
Hedychium bijiangense,
Hedychium boloveniorum,
Hedychium bordelonianum,
Hedychium borneense,
Hedychium bousigonianum,
Hedychium brevicaule,
Hedychium calcaratum,
Hedychium carneum,
Hedychium coccineum,
Hedychium convexum,
Hedychium coronarium,
Hedychium deceptum,
Hedychium dekianum,
Hedychium densiflorum,
Hedychium elatum,
Hedychium ellipticum,
Hedychium elwesii,
Hedychium emeiense,
Hedychium erythrostemon,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavum,
Hedychium forrestii,
Hedychium gardnerianum,
Hedychium glabrum,
Hedychium glaucum,
Hedychium gomezianum,
Hedychium gracillimum,
Hedychium grandiflorum,
Hedychium gratum,
Hedychium greenii,
Hedychium griersonianum,
Hedychium griffithianum,
Hedychium hasseltii,
Hedychium heteromallum,
Hedychium hirsutissimum,
Hedychium hookeri,
Hedychium horsfieldii,
Hedychium intermedium,
Hedychium kwangsiense,
Hedychium larsenii,
Hedychium lineare,
Hedychium longicornutum,
Hedychium longipedunculatum,
Hedychium luteum,
Hedychium malayanum,
Hedychium marginatum,
Hedychium maximum,
Hedychium menglianense,
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora,
Haniffia cyanescens,
Haniffia flavescens,
Haniffia santubongensis,
Hedychium biflorum,
Hedychium bijiangense,
Hedychium boloveniorum,
Hedychium bordelonianum,
Hedychium borneense,
Hedychium bousigonianum,
Hedychium brevicaule,
Hedychium calcaratum,
Hedychium carneum,
Hedychium coccineum,
Hedychium convexum,
Hedychium coronarium,
Hedychium deceptum,
Hedychium dekianum,
Hedychium densiflorum,
Hedychium elatum,
Hedychium ellipticum,
Hedychium elwesii,
Hedychium emeiense,
Hedychium erythrostemon,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavum,
Hedychium forrestii,
Hedychium gardnerianum,
Hedychium glabrum,
Hedychium glaucum,
Hedychium gomezianum,
Hedychium gracillimum,
Hedychium grandiflorum,
Hedychium gratum,
Hedychium greenii,
Hedychium griersonianum,
Hedychium griffithianum,
Hedychium hasseltii,
Hedychium heteromallum,
Hedychium hirsutissimum,
Hedychium hookeri,
Hedychium horsfieldii,
Hedychium intermedium,
Hedychium kwangsiense,
Hedychium larsenii,
Hedychium lineare,
Hedychium longicornutum,
Hedychium longipedunculatum,
Hedychium luteum,
References
Te-Lin Wu (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Wu' in the authors string.