Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
rosthornianus
ID:
593580

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 29: 445 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592912

Common Names

  • Rosthornianus Bittersweet
  • Celastrus rosthornianus
  • Rosthorn's Bittersweet

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Description

Celastrus rosthornianus (also called Rosthorn's Bittersweet, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides. It has yellowish-green flowers and bright orange-red fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Celastrus rosthornianus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Celastrus rosthornianus var. loeseneri (Rehder & E.H.Wilson) C.Y.Wu ex Y.C.Ho
Celastrus rosthornianus var. rosthornianus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Celastrus rosthornianus is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celastrus rosthornianus is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 3 m (10 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a cold frame or in a greenhouse.

Where to Find Celastrus rosthornianus

Celastrus rosthornianus is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Celastrus rosthornianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celastrus rosthornianus?

Celastrus rosthornianus

What is the common name of Celastrus rosthornianus?

Rosthorn's Bittersweet

What is the natural habitat of Celastrus rosthornianus?

Forests and thickets in China, Japan, and Korea

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,