Status:
valid
Authors:
Rehder
Source:
wcs
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 3: 378 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808932
Common Names
- Caryopteris Glutinosa
- Sticky Caryopteris
- Sticky Bluebeard
Description
Caryopteris glutinosa (also called sticky bluebeard, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is a small, deciduous shrub with ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, blue flowers. It is native to East Asia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Caryopteris glutinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is drought tolerant and has a long flowering season.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caryopteris glutinosa is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caryopteris glutinosa can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Caryopteris glutinosa
Caryopteris glutinosa can be found in the Himalayas and other parts of Asia.
Caryopteris glutinosa FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Caryopteris glutinosa?
The optimal soil pH for Caryopteris glutinosa is 6.0-7.5.
What is the optimal temperature for Caryopteris glutinosa?
The optimal temperature for Caryopteris glutinosa is between 15-25°C.
What is the optimal light intensity for Caryopteris glutinosa?
The optimal light intensity for Caryopteris glutinosa is bright, indirect light.
Species in the Caryopteris genus
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,