Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
platypetala
ID:
623775

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder & E.H.Wilson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 1: 426 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623107

Common Names

  • Corylopsis platypetala
  • Platypetalous Corylopsis
  • Platypetalous Winterhazel

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Synonyms

  • Corylopsis platypetala levis Rehder & E.H.Wilson [unknown]

Description

Corylopsis platypetala (also called Platypetala'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 platypetala is an attractive ornamental plant with fragrant purple flowers. It is used in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Corylopsis platypetala flower is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower that blooms in early spring. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corylopsis platypetala is a deciduous shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained, acidic soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring or by seed in autumn.

Where to Find Corylopsis platypetala

Corylopsis platypetala is native to the mountains of China.

Corylopsis platypetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corylopsis platypetala?

Corylopsis platypetala

What is the natural habitat of Corylopsis platypetala?

Woodlands and grasslands

What is the flowering period of Corylopsis platypetala?

April to May

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-2739475: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.
Ernest Henry Wilson (1876-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Wilson' in the authors string.