Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
sikokianus
ID:
668772

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Palib.) Ohwi

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fl. Jap. [Ohwi] 903 (1953), sine relat. loc.; Ohwi in Bull. Nat. Sci. Mus., Tokyo, No. 33, 82 (1953), cum loc.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668104

Common Names

  • Enkianthus sikokianus
  • Sikoku Enkianthus
  • Sikoku Bellflower

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Synonyms

  • Meisteria sikokiana (Palib.) Nakai [valid]
  • Enkianthus campanulatus sikokianus Palib. [valid]
  • Enkianthus campanulatus sikokianus (Palib.) Makino [valid]

Description

Enkianthus sikokianus (also called Sikokian Bellflower, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub that is native to Japan and Korea. It has an upright, arching habit and grows to a height of 2-3 m. It has small, bell-shaped, white flowers with pink or red stripes. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Enkianthus sikokianus is an ornamental shrub that is used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in bonsai and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Enkianthus sikokianus are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, while the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Enkianthus sikokianus is a deciduous shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It is best propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or by layering in spring. It can also be grown from seed, but germination is slow and erratic.

Where to Find Enkianthus sikokianus

Enkianthus sikokianus is native to the temperate forests of Japan.

Enkianthus sikokianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Enkianthus sikokianus?

Enkianthus sikokianus

What is the common name of Enkianthus sikokianus?

Sikokian Enkianthus

What is the natural habitat of Enkianthus sikokianus?

Mixed and coniferous forests

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Jisaburo Ohwi (1905-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohwi' in the authors string.
Ivan Palibin (1872-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Palib.' in the authors string.