Status:
valid
Authors:
(D.Fang) M.F.Newman & Škorničk.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(1): 24. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426368
Common Names
- Lanxangia tuberculata
- Tuberculata Lanxangia
- Lanxangia
Description
Lanxangia tuberculata (also called 'Tuberculate 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 tuberculata 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 tuberculata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lanxangia tuberculata 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 tuberculata
Lanxangia tuberculata can be found in Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Lanxangia tuberculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lanxangia tuberculata?
Lanxangia tuberculata
What are the common names of Lanxangia tuberculata?
Tuberculate Lanxangia
Where does Lanxangia tuberculata grow?
It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal
Species in the Lanxangia genus
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
Ding Fang (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Fang' in the authors string.