Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 29: t. 2842 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001230804
Common Names
- Chinese Sinofranchetia
- Sinofranchetia chinensis
- Sinofranchetia chinensis var. chinensis
Description
Sinofranchetia chinensis (also called Chinese Sinofranchetia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China and Japan. It has small, leathery leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sinofranchetia chinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sinofranchetia chinensis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings have long, thin stems with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sinofranchetia chinensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will perform best with regular watering. It can be propagated by cuttings in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Sinofranchetia chinensis
Sinofranchetia chinensis is native to temperate regions of Asia.
Sinofranchetia chinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sinofranchetia chinensis?
Sinofranchetia chinensis
What is the common name of Sinofranchetia chinensis?
Chinese Sinofranchetia
Where is Sinofranchetia chinensis native to?
Eastern North America
Species in the Sinofranchetia genus
Species in the Lardizabalaceae family
Akebia longeracemosa,
Akebia pentaphylla,
Akebia quinata,
Akebia trifoliata,
Akebia apetala,
Akebia longisepala,
Boquila trifoliolata,
Decaisnea fargesii,
Decaisnea insignis,
Lardizabala funaria,
Sargentodoxa cuneata,
Sinofranchetia chinensis,
Stauntonia latifolia,
Stauntonia angustifolia,
Stauntonia chinensis,
Stauntonia hexaphylla,
Stauntonia filamentosa,
Stauntonia maculata,
Stauntonia trinervia,
Stauntonia obovatifoliola,
Stauntonia oligophylla,
Stauntonia yaoshanensis,
Stauntonia conspicua,
Stauntonia parviflora,
Stauntonia purpurea,
Stauntonia obcordatilimba,
Stauntonia cavalerieana,
Stauntonia duclouxii,
Stauntonia decora,
Stauntonia brunoniana,
Stauntonia libera,
Stauntonia obovata,
Stauntonia brachyandra,
Stauntonia chapaensis,
Stauntonia coriacea,
Stauntonia crassifolia,
Stauntonia grandiflora,
Stauntonia linearifolia,
Stauntonia medogensis,
Stauntonia pterocaulis,