Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
zhejiangensis
ID:
1579992

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.L.Chiu, G.Y.Li & Z.H.Chen

Source:

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042282

Common Names

  • Celastrus zhejiangensis
  • Zhejiangensis Celastrus
  • Celastrus

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Description

Celastrus zhejiangensis (also called Pitaya, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 meters and has a trunk diameter of 5-10 centimeters. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry shrubland and desert regions.

Uses & Benefits

Celastrus zhejiangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge, and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Celastrus zhejiangensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celastrus zhejiangensis is a shrub native to China. It is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and allowed to callous before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Celastrus zhejiangensis

Celastrus zhejiangensis is native to China.

Celastrus zhejiangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celastrus zhejiangensis?

Celastrus zhejiangensis

What is the common name of Celastrus zhejiangensis?

Zhejiang Celastrus

What is the natural habitat of Celastrus zhejiangensis?

It is native to 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,