Status:
valid
Authors:
Rupr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 15: 357 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592721
Common Names
- Flagellaris Bittersweet
- Ceylon Climbing Bittersweet
- Ceylon Climbing Staff-Tree
Synonyms
- Celastrus ciliidens Miq. [unknown]
- Celastrus clemacanthus H.Lév. [unknown]
Description
Celastrus flagellaris (also called 'Whip-Leaved Celastrus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It is a deciduous shrub with alternate, ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in temperate forests, often growing on the ground or on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Celastrus flagellaris is a species of shrub that is native to East Asia. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. The leaves of the shrub are also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Celastrus flagellaris is yellow and has a sweet scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.
Cultivation and Propagation
Celastrus flagellaris is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Celastrus flagellaris
Celastrus flagellaris is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests and along streams and rivers.
Celastrus flagellaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Celastrus flagellaris?
Celastrus flagellaris
What are the common names of Celastrus flagellaris?
Whiplash Staff Vine
What is the natural habitat of Celastrus flagellaris?
Tropical and subtropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia
Species in the Celastrus genus
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,
Celastrus gemmata,
Celastrus glaucophyllus,
Celastrus grenadensis,
Celastrus hindsii,
Celastrus hirsutus,
Celastrus hookeri,
Celastrus hypoleucus,
Celastrus kusanoi,
Celastrus lenticellatus,
Celastrus madagascariensis,
Celastrus membranifolius,
Celastrus microcarpus,
Celastrus monospermoides,
Celastrus monospermus,
Celastrus novoguineensis,
Celastrus orbiculatus,
Celastrus panamensis,
Celastrus paniculatus,
Celastrus pringlei,
Celastrus punctatus,
Celastrus richii,
Celastrus rosthornianus,
Celastrus scandens,
Celastrus stephanotiifolius,
Celastrus stylosus,
Celastrus subspicatus,
Celastrus tonkinensis,
Celastrus vaniotii,
Celastrus virens,
Celastrus vulcanicolus,
Celastrus hypoleucoides,
Celastrus franchetianus,
Celastrus strigillosa,
Celastrus obovatifolius,
Celastrus yuloensis,
Celastrus oblanceifolius,
Celastrus rugosus,
Celastrus homaliifolius,
Celastrus zhejiangensis,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,