Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Genus:
Species:
crassa
ID:
1332203

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hand.-Mazz.) Y.De Smet & C.Granados

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Taxon 64: 751 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344657

Common Names

  • Hydrangea crassa
  • Thick Hydrangea
  • Thick Hortensia

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Description

Hydrangea crassa (also called 'thick-leaved hydrangea', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to China. It grows to a height of about 1.5 m and has a wide spread of up to 2 m. It is found in woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hydrangea crassa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hydrangea crassa has large, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydrangea crassa is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Hydrangea crassa

Hydrangea crassa is native to China and can be found growing in moist, shady areas.

Hydrangea crassa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydrangea crassa?

Hydrangea crassa

What is the common name of Hydrangea crassa?

Thick-leaved Hydrangea

What is the natural habitat of Hydrangea crassa?

Mountainous areas and forests

Species in the Hydrangea genus

Hydrangea alternifolia, Hydrangea amagiana, Hydrangea asterolasia, Hydrangea coenotialis, Hydrangea diplostemona, Hydrangea macrophylla, Hydrangea mizushimarum, Hydrangea peruviana, Hydrangea preslii, Hydrangea serratifolia, Hydrangea steyermarkii, Hydrangea taiwaniana, Hydrangea arborescens, Hydrangea cinerea, Hydrangea radiata, Hydrangea mathewsii, Hydrangea tarapotensis, Hydrangea paniculata, Hydrangea quercifolia, Hydrangea jelskii, Hydrangea seemannii, Hydrangea involucrata, Hydrangea sikokiana, Hydrangea hirta, Hydrangea luteovenosa, Hydrangea petiolaris, Hydrangea kawagoeana, Hydrangea liukiuensis, Hydrangea chinensis, Hydrangea anomala, Hydrangea integrifolia, Hydrangea moellendorffi, Hydrangea kwangtungensis, Hydrangea stenophylla, Hydrangea mangshanensis, Hydrangea davidii, Hydrangea linkweiensis, Hydrangea lingii, Hydrangea gracilis, Hydrangea coenobialis, Hydrangea kwangsiensis, Hydrangea chungii, Hydrangea heteromalla, Hydrangea zhewanensis, Hydrangea hypoglauca, Hydrangea bretschneideri, Hydrangea xanthoneura, Hydrangea sargentiana, Hydrangea aspera, Hydrangea strigosa,

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,

References

Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Carolina Granados Mendoza (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Granados' in the authors string.
Yannick De Smet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.De Smet' in the authors string.