Status:
valid
Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 62: 130 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623084
Common Names
- Corylopsis glaucescens
- Glaucous Corylopsis
- Glaucous Winterhazel
Synonyms
- Corylopsis polyneura H.L.Li [unknown]
Description
Corylopsis glaucescens (also called Glaucescens' 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 glaucescens 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 glaucescens is a small, white, bell-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Corylopsis glaucescens 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 glaucescens
Corylopsis glaucescens is native to the mountains of China.
Corylopsis glaucescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corylopsis glaucescens?
Corylopsis glaucescens
What is the natural habitat of Corylopsis glaucescens?
Woodlands and grasslands
What is the flowering period of Corylopsis glaucescens?
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,