Leucothoe keiskei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 1: 32 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364575
Common Names
- Leucothoe Keiskei
- Keiskei Leucothoe
- Keiskei
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- Paraleucothoe keiskei (Miq.) Honda [valid]
Description
Leucothoe keiskei (also called Keiske's Leucothoe, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Japan and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leucothoe keiskei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucothoe keiskei has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Leucothoe keiskei is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers moist, acidic soils and can tolerate partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Leucothoe keiskei
Leucothoe keiskei can be found in Japan.
Leucothoe keiskei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucothoe keiskei?
Leucothoe keiskei
What is the growth habit of Leucothoe keiskei?
It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height.
What is the native range of Leucothoe keiskei?
It is native to Japan.
Species in the Leucothoe genus
Leucothoe acuminata, Leucothoe affinis, Leucothoe ambigua, Leucothoe angustifolia, Leucothoe axillaris, Leucothoe bahiensis, Leucothoe breviflora, Leucothoe brevistipes, Leucothoe catesbaei, Leucothoe chapadensis, Leucothoe ciliata, Leucothoe coccinea, Leucothoe cordifolia, Leucothoe cusickii, Leucothoe davisiae, Leucothoe duckei, Leucothoe editorum, Leucothoe floribunda, Leucothoe fontanesiana, Leucothoe glandulosa, Leucothoe grayana, Leucothoe griffithiana, Leucothoe hirta, Leucothoe hispidula, Leucothoe ilicifolia, Leucothoe intermedia, Leucothoe itatiaiae, Leucothoe jamaicensis, Leucothoe katagherensis, Leucothoe keiskei, Leucothoe latifolia, Leucothoe laxiflora, Leucothoe mariana, Leucothoe martii, Leucothoe myrsinifolia, Leucothoe platyphylla, Leucothoe rhomboidalis, Leucothoe Eubotryoides, Leucothoe Paraleucothoe, Leucothoe secunda, Leucothoe spicata, Leucothoe spinulosa, Leucothoe subcanescens, Leucothoe tonkinensis, Leucothoe tschonoskii, Leucothoe walteri,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.