Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
stylosus
ID:
593623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. (Carey & Wallich ed.) 2: 401. 1824

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592955

Common Names

  • Stylosus Bittersweet
  • Ceylon Climbing Bittersweet
  • Ceylon Climbing Staff-Tree

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Synonyms

  • Celastrus stylosus angustifolius C.Y.Chen & T.C.Kao [unknown]

Description

Celastrus stylosus (also called Stylose 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 stylosus is a medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-tumor properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Celastrus stylosus var. puberulus (P.S.Hsu) C.Y.Cheng & T.C.Kao
Celastrus stylosus var. stylosus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Celastrus stylosus is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celastrus stylosus 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 stylosus

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

Celastrus stylosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celastrus stylosus?

Celastrus stylosus

What is the common name of Celastrus stylosus?

Stylosus Staff Vine

What is the native range of Celastrus stylosus?

China

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,

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