Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
virens
ID:
593655

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.T.Wang & Tang) C.Y.Cheng & T.C.Kao

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 45(3): 127 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592987

Common Names

  • Celastrus virens
  • Vine Caper
  • Climbing Staff Tree

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Synonyms

  • Monocelastrus virens F.T.Wang & Tang [unknown]

Description

Celastrus virens (also called Green 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 virens 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 flowers of Celastrus virens are small, greenish-white in color and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celastrus virens is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, light soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and sheltered from strong winds.

Where to Find Celastrus virens

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

Celastrus virens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celastrus virens?

Celastrus virens

What is the common name of Celastrus virens?

Virens Staff Vine

What is the native range of Celastrus virens?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2707756: Based on the initial data import
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Cheng Jingrong (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Cheng' in the authors string.
Tso Ching Kao (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.Kao' in the authors string.