Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
longicarpa
ID:
553520

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 30(1): 106 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552852

Common Names

  • Longicarpa Astilbe
  • Long-fruited Astilbe
  • Long-fruited False Spirea

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Synonyms

  • Astilbe chinensis longicarpa Hayata [unknown]

Description

Astilbe longicarpa (also called Long-fruited Astilbe, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to East Asia. It has lance-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows best in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astilbe longicarpa is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astilbe longicarpa has small, white flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astilbe longicarpa is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, humus-rich soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astilbe longicarpa

Astilbe longicarpa can be found in moist woodlands and streambanks in Japan, Korea, and eastern China.

Astilbe longicarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astilbe longicarpa?

Astilbe longicarpa

What is the common name of Astilbe longicarpa?

Long-fruited astilbe

What is the habitat of Astilbe longicarpa?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as wet forests, swamps, and marshes

Species in the Saxifragaceae family

Astilbe amabilis, Astilbe apoensis, Astilbe biternata, Astilbe crenatiloba, Astilbe formosa, Astilbe glaberrima, Astilbe grandis, Astilbe hachijoensis, Astilbe japonica, Astilbe khasiana, Astilbe longicarpa, Astilbe longipilosa, Astilbe macrocarpa, Astilbe macroflora, Astilbe microphylla, Astilbe okuyamae, Astilbe papuana, Astilbe philippinensis, Astilbe photeinophylla, Astilbe platyphylla, Astilbe rivularis, Astilbe rubra, Astilbe shikokiana, Astilbe simplicifolia, Astilbe thunbergii, Astilbe tsushimensis, Astilbe longipedicellata, Astilboides tabularis, Bensoniella oregona, Bergenia ciliata, Bergenia crassifolia, Bergenia emeiensis, Bergenia hissarica, Bergenia pacumbis, Bergenia purpurascens, Bergenia scopulosa, Bergenia stracheyi, Bergenia tianquanensis, Bergenia ugamica, Bolandra californica, Bolandra oregana, Boykinia aconitifolia, Boykinia intermedia, Boykinia lycoctonifolia, Boykinia major, Boykinia occidentalis, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia rotundifolia, Boykinia richardsonii, Boykinia cincinnata,

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