Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
paratsaoko
ID:
1413899

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Q.Tong & Y.M.Xia) M.F.Newman & Škorničk.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(1): 24. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426364

Common Names

  • Lanxangia paratsaoko
  • Paratsaoko Lanxangia
  • Lanxangia

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Description

Lanxangia paratsaoko (also called 'Paratsaoko Lanxangia', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Lanxangia paratsaoko is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lanxangia paratsaoko has small, white flowers with yellow centers and round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lanxangia paratsaoko is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring or early summer in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Lanxangia paratsaoko

Lanxangia paratsaoko can be found in Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Lanxangia paratsaoko FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lanxangia paratsaoko?

Lanxangia paratsaoko

What are the common names of Lanxangia paratsaoko?

Paratsaoko Lanxangia

Where does Lanxangia paratsaoko grow?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal

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

Mark Fleming Newman (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.F.Newman' in the authors string.
Shao Quan Tong (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Q.Tong' in the authors string.
Yong Mei Xia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.M.Xia' in the authors string.
Jana Škorničková (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Škorničk.' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0001426364: Based on the initial data import