Corylopsis alnifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alnifolia
ID:
623738
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.K.Schneid.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 379 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623070
Common Names
- Corylopsis Alnifolia
- Alnifolia Winterhazel
- Alnifolia Corylopsis
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- Berchemia alnifolia H.Lév. [unknown]
Description
Corylopsis alnifolia (also called Alnifolia's corylopsis, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to East Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces yellow flowers in the spring. It is typically found in open woodlands and grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Corylopsis alnifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Corylopsis alnifolia is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are green and have small, oval leaves.
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Corylopsis alnifolia is a hardy perennial that is native to China. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall in a cold frame and can take up to three months to germinate.
Where to Find Corylopsis alnifolia
Corylopsis alnifolia is native to the mountains of China.
Corylopsis alnifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corylopsis alnifolia?
Corylopsis alnifolia
What is the natural habitat of Corylopsis alnifolia?
Woodlands and grasslands
What is the flowering period of Corylopsis alnifolia?
April to May
Species in the Corylopsis genus
Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata,
Species in the Hamamelidaceae family
Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2739440: Based on the initial data import
Camillo Karl Schneider (1876-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.K.Schneid.' in the authors string.