Aruncus dioicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Walter) Fernald
Source:
rjp
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Rhodora 41: 423 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001018107
Common Names
- Goatsbeard
- Bridal Wreath
- Tassel Flower
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Aruncus dioicus (also called Goat's beard, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, native to China. It is a deciduous shrub with a woody stem and thorns, and its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate-lanceolate. It is found in forests, thickets, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Aruncus dioicus is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping. It is also used as a groundcover and for erosion control. The plant is also known to attract birds and butterflies.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aruncus dioicus var. camschaticus (Maxim.) H.HaraAruncus dioicus for. laciniatus (H.Hara) H.Ikeda
Aruncus dioicus var. acuminatus (Rydb.) H.Hara
Aruncus dioicus var. pubescens (Rydb.) Fernald
Aruncus dioicus sub. triternatus (Maxim.) Hara
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aruncus dioicus has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Aruncus dioicus is a deciduous perennial that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed sown in autumn or from root cuttings taken in late winter. It is also possible to propagate from division of established clumps in spring.
Where to Find Aruncus dioicus
Aruncus dioicus is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Shaanxi, Gansu, and Sichuan.
Species in the Aruncus genus
Species in the Rosaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record rjp-891: Based on the initial data import
Merritt Lyndon Fernald (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernald' in the authors string.
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.