Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
771253

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 13: 57 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770586

Common Names

  • Callicarpa platyphylla
  • Platyphylla Callicarpa
  • Callicarpa Platyphylla

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Description

Callicarpa platyphylla (also called Broad-Leaved Callicarpa, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to China. It has large, oval leaves and small, purple flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Callicarpa platyphylla is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in cut flower arrangements and bouquets. The plant is known for its colorful berries and its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callicarpa platyphylla has white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callicarpa platyphylla can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Callicarpa platyphylla

Callicarpa platyphylla can be found in the Chinese provinces of Guangdong and Hainan.

Callicarpa platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callicarpa platyphylla?

Callicarpa platyphylla

What is the growth habit of Callicarpa platyphylla?

It is an evergreen perennial herb with a rosette of leaves.

What is the native range of Callicarpa platyphylla?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Callicarpa genus

Callicarpa aculeolata, Callicarpa acuminata, Callicarpa acutidens, Callicarpa acutifolia, Callicarpa albidotomentella, Callicarpa alongensis, Callicarpa americana, Callicarpa ampla, Callicarpa angusta, Callicarpa angustifolia, Callicarpa anisophylla, Callicarpa anomala, Callicarpa apoensis, Callicarpa arborea, Callicarpa areolata, Callicarpa badipilosa, Callicarpa barbata, Callicarpa basilanensis, Callicarpa basitruncata, Callicarpa baviensis, Callicarpa bicolor, Callicarpa bodinieri, Callicarpa bodinieroides, Callicarpa borneensis, Callicarpa bracteata, Callicarpa brevipes, Callicarpa brevipetiolata, Callicarpa brevistyla, Callicarpa bucheri, Callicarpa candicans, Callicarpa cathayana, Callicarpa caudata, Callicarpa cinnamomea, Callicarpa collina, Callicarpa crassinervis, Callicarpa cubensis, Callicarpa cuneifolia, Callicarpa denticulata, Callicarpa dentosa, Callicarpa dichotoma, Callicarpa dolichophylla, Callicarpa erioclona, Callicarpa erythrosticta, Callicarpa fasciculiflora, Callicarpa ferruginea, Callicarpa flavida, Callicarpa floccosa, Callicarpa formosana, Callicarpa fulva, Callicarpa fulvohirsuta,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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