Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
serotinus
ID:
1048975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chun & W.P.Fang

Source:
tro

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 6(2): 166–167 pl. 39, f. 1 1957

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001048313

Common Names

  • Enkianthus serotinus
  • Late-Flowering Enkianthus
  • Enkianthus late-flowering

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Description

Enkianthus serotinus (also called Late-Flowering Enkianthus, among many other common names) is a species of deciduous shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to East Asia, found in the mountain regions of China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in moist, acidic soils in open woodlands and coniferous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Enkianthus serotinus is a deciduous shrub that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It produces white, bell-shaped flowers in the spring and has attractive foliage in the fall. It is also used in bonsai and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Enkianthus serotinus has a bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Enkianthus serotinus is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be planted in a sheltered spot. Propagation is by seed or cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Enkianthus serotinus

Enkianthus serotinus is native to the Himalayas and the mountains of western China.

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Woon Young Chun (1890-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chun' in the authors string.
Wen-Pei Fang (1899-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.P.Fang' in the authors string.