Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dulcis
ID:
725750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1781

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Pl. : 8 (1781)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000725083

Common Names

  • Hovenia dulcis
  • Japanese Raisin Tree
  • Oriental Raisin Tree

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Description

Hovenia dulcis (also called Japanese Raisin Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hovenia dulcis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hovenia dulcis var. crassifolia Konta

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hovenia dulcis has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings have two opposite, sessile leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hovenia dulcis is a low-growing, mat-forming shrub that is native to Asia. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by cuttings in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in early spring.

Where to Find Hovenia dulcis

Hovenia dulcis is native to East Asia and can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Hovenia dulcis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hovenia dulcis?

Hovenia dulcis

What is the common name of Hovenia dulcis?

Japanese Raisin Tree

What is the habitat of Hovenia dulcis?

It is native to Japan, Korea, and parts of China.

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