Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dentatus
ID:
592497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. (Torr. & A. Gray) 1(2): 268. 1838 [Oct 1838]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591829

Common Names

  • Ceanothus Dentatus
  • Toothed Wild Lilac
  • Toothed Ceanothus

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Synonyms

  • Ceanothus dentatus floribundus (Hook.) Trel. [unknown]
  • Ceanothus floribundus Hook. [unknown]
  • Ceanothus papillosus dentatus Parry [unknown]
  • Ceanothus papillosus floribundus Parry [unknown]
  • Ceanothus dentatus floribundus Trel. [unknown]
  • Ceanothus dentatus dentatus [unknown]

Description

Ceanothus dentatus (also called toothed ceanothus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to California. It has small, dark green leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and chaparral regions.

Uses & Benefits

Ceanothus dentatus is a species of shrub native to California and Oregon. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceanothus dentatus is a small, white or light blue flower. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceanothus dentatus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tip of the stem and planted in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) tall.

Where to Find Ceanothus dentatus

Ceanothus dentatus can be found in California, Oregon, and Baja California.

Ceanothus dentatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceanothus dentatus?

Ceanothus dentatus

What is the common name of Ceanothus dentatus?

Toothed Ceanothus

What is the natural habitat of Ceanothus dentatus?

Woodlands

Species in the Ceanothus genus

Ceanothus americanus, Ceanothus arboreus, Ceanothus arcuatus, Ceanothus bakeri, Ceanothus bolensis, Ceanothus buxifolius, Ceanothus caeruleus, Ceanothus confusus, Ceanothus connivens, Ceanothus cordulatus, Ceanothus crassifolius, Ceanothus cuneatus, Ceanothus cyaneus, Ceanothus dentatus, Ceanothus depressus, Ceanothus divergens, Ceanothus diversifolius, Ceanothus fendleri, Ceanothus ferrisiae, Ceanothus flexilis, Ceanothus foliosus, Ceanothus fresnensis, Ceanothus gloriosus, Ceanothus griseus, Ceanothus hearstiorum, Ceanothus herbaceus, Ceanothus humboldtensis, Ceanothus impressus, Ceanothus incanus, Ceanothus integerrimus, Ceanothus jepsonii, Ceanothus lemmonii, Ceanothus leucodermis, Ceanothus lobbianus, Ceanothus lorenzenii, Ceanothus maritimus, Ceanothus martini, Ceanothus masonii, Ceanothus megacarpus, Ceanothus mendocinensis, Ceanothus microphyllus, Ceanothus ochraceus, Ceanothus oliganthus, Ceanothus ophiochilus, Ceanothus otayensis, Ceanothus palmeri, Ceanothus papillosus, Ceanothus parryi, Ceanothus parvifolius, Ceanothus pauciflorus,

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2706667: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.