Epimedium stellulatum
Epimedium stellulatum Stearn
Epimedium stellulatum is a species in the genus Epimedium, belonging to the family Berberidaceae. It was described by Stearn in 1993 and is native to South-Central China.
Description
Epimedium stellulatum is a member of the Berberidaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the barberry family. The species is part of the genus Epimedium, which includes herbaceous perennials known for their ornamental value and medicinal uses. This species was first formally described in 1993 by the botanist Stearn. It is indigenous to the South-Central region of China, where it is found growing in its natural habitat. The plant shares characteristics typical of the genus, such as heart-shaped leaves and small, showy flowers. Its classification within the Berberidaceae family reflects its evolutionary relationships with other members of this plant family.
Distribution
China South-Central