Rehmannia chingii

Common Names

  • Chinese: 天目地黄
  • English: Ching’s Rehmannia
  • Scientific: Rehmannia chingii

Taxonomy

Eukaryota; Viridiplantae; Streptophyta; Streptophytina; Embryophyta; Tracheophyta; Euphyllophyta; Spermatophyta; Magnoliopsida; Mesangiospermae; eudicotyledons; Gunneridae; Pentapetalae; asterids; lamiids; Lamiales; Orobanchaceae; Orobanchaceae incertae sedis; Rehmannia

Genome References

Wang F, Jiang Z, Gao J, et al. Analysis of the Rehmannia chingii geneome identifies RcCYP72H7 as an epoxidase in iridoid glycoside biosynthesis. Nat Commun. 2025;16(1):6035. Published 2025 Jul 1.

[Rehmannia chingii]

Rehmannia chingii

Description

Rehmannia chingii, or Chinese foxglove, is a perennial in the Orobanchaceae family, native to China. Its tubular, pink to purple flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, resembling foxgloves. Growing 1-2 feet tall, it prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Used in traditional Chinese medicine, its roots are valued for their purported health benefits. The plant is ornamental, ideal for shaded gardens or borders, and attracts pollinators. It requires regular watering and protection from extreme heat, making it suitable for temperate climates.