Status:
valid
Authors:
Siebold & Zucc.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Fl. Jap. 1: 22 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000642580
Common Names
- Gracilis Deutzia
- Slender Deutzia
- Slenderleaf Deutzia
Description
Deutzia gracilis (also called Slender Deutzia, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub with white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is native to Japan and is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Deutzia gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering season and is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Deutzia gracilis is white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Deutzia gracilis is a deciduous shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer and rooting them in a moist, well-drained medium.
Where to Find Deutzia gracilis
Deutzia gracilis can be found in gardens and nurseries in Japan.
Deutzia gracilis FAQ
What is the best soil type for Deutzia gracilis?
Deutzia gracilis prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil.
What is the best sun exposure for Deutzia gracilis?
Deutzia gracilis prefers full sun to partial shade.
How often should Deutzia gracilis be watered?
Deutzia gracilis should be watered regularly during the growing season.
Species in the Deutzia genus
Deutzia albida,
Deutzia aspera,
Deutzia baroniana,
Deutzia bhutanensis,
Deutzia bomiensis,
Deutzia breviloba,
Deutzia bungoensis,
Deutzia calycosa,
Deutzia cinerascens,
Deutzia compacta,
Deutzia coriacea,
Deutzia corymbosa,
Deutzia crassidentatus,
Deutzia crassifolia,
Deutzia crenata,
Deutzia cymuligera,
Deutzia discolor,
Deutzia esquirolii,
Deutzia faberi,
Deutzia floribunda,
Deutzia glabrata,
Deutzia glauca,
Deutzia glaucophylla,
Deutzia glomeruliflora,
Deutzia gracilis,
Deutzia grandiflora,
Deutzia hatusimae,
Deutzia henryi,
Deutzia heterophylla,
Deutzia hookeriana,
Deutzia hypoglauca,
Deutzia longifolia,
Deutzia macrantha,
Deutzia maximowicziana,
Deutzia mexicana,
Deutzia mollis,
Deutzia monbeigii,
Deutzia muliensis,
Deutzia multiradiata,
Deutzia nanchuanensis,
Deutzia naseana,
Deutzia ningpoensis,
Deutzia oaxacana,
Deutzia obtusilobata,
Deutzia occidentalis,
Deutzia ogatai,
Deutzia paniculata,
Deutzia parviflora,
Deutzia pilosa,
Deutzia pringlei,
Species in the Hydrangeaceae family
Carpenteria californica,
Deutzia albida,
Deutzia aspera,
Deutzia baroniana,
Deutzia bhutanensis,
Deutzia bomiensis,
Deutzia breviloba,
Deutzia bungoensis,
Deutzia calycosa,
Deutzia cinerascens,
Deutzia compacta,
Deutzia coriacea,
Deutzia corymbosa,
Deutzia crassidentatus,
Deutzia crassifolia,
Deutzia crenata,
Deutzia cymuligera,
Deutzia discolor,
Deutzia esquirolii,
Deutzia faberi,
Deutzia floribunda,
Deutzia glabrata,
Deutzia glauca,
Deutzia glaucophylla,
Deutzia glomeruliflora,
Deutzia gracilis,
Deutzia grandiflora,
Deutzia hatusimae,
Deutzia henryi,
Deutzia heterophylla,
Deutzia hookeriana,
Deutzia hypoglauca,
Deutzia longifolia,
Deutzia macrantha,
Deutzia maximowicziana,
Deutzia mexicana,
Deutzia mollis,
Deutzia monbeigii,
Deutzia muliensis,
Deutzia multiradiata,
Deutzia nanchuanensis,
Deutzia naseana,
Deutzia ningpoensis,
Deutzia oaxacana,
Deutzia obtusilobata,
Deutzia occidentalis,
Deutzia ogatai,
Deutzia paniculata,
Deutzia parviflora,
Deutzia pilosa,