Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxim.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg , sér. 3, 18: 46 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358396
Common Names
- Leucothoe tschonoskii
- Tschonoski's Leucothoe
- Tschonoski's Fetterbush
Description
Leucothoe tschonoskii (also called Tschonoski's Leucothoe, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Japan and is found in moist and shady areas of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leucothoe tschonoskii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is tolerant of shade. It is also used to control erosion on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leucothoe tschonoskii is small and white, with four petals and a short stem. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucothoe tschonoskii is an evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas and China. It can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Leucothoe tschonoskii
Leucothoe tschonoskii can be found in the southeastern United States.
Leucothoe tschonoskii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucothoe tschonoskii?
Leucothoe tschonoskii
What is the common name of Leucothoe tschonoskii?
Tschonoski's Leucothoe
What is the growth habit of Leucothoe tschonoskii?
It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading, upright habit.
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