Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
macroflora
ID:
553523

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 25: 86 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552855

Common Names

  • Macroflora Astilbe
  • Large-flowered Astilbe
  • Large-flowered False Spirea

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Description

Astilbe macroflora (also called Large-flowered 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 macroflora 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 macroflora has small, white flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astilbe macroflora 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 macroflora

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

Astilbe macroflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astilbe macroflora?

Astilbe macroflora

What is the common name of Astilbe macroflora?

Large-flowered astilbe

What is the habitat of Astilbe macroflora?

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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