Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
obovatifolius
ID:
1320192

Status:
valid

Authors:
X.Y.Mu & Z.X.Zhang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 30: 55 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332646

Common Names

  • Celastrus Obovatifolius
  • Obovatifolius Celastrus
  • Obovatifolius Orchid

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Description

Celastrus obovatifolius (also called 'Oblong-Leaved Celastrus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to East Asia. It typically grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has a creeping, branching stem. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white to pink in color. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, meadows and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Celastrus obovatifolius is used as a medicinal plant and also as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Celastrus obovatifolius is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celastrus obovatifolius is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. The plants can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Celastrus obovatifolius

Celastrus obovatifolius can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Celastrus obovatifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celastrus obovatifolius?

Celastrus obovatifolius

What are the common names of Celastrus obovatifolius?

Oval-leaved Bittersweet, Oval-leaved Bittersweet Daisy

Where is Celastrus obovatifolius native to?

Eastern 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,

References

Zhi Xiang Zhang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.X.Zhang' in the authors string.
Xian Yun Mu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.Y.Mu' in the authors string.