Kadsura oblongifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Austrobaileyales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
358007
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 23: 241 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357339
Common Names
- Kadsura oblongifolia
- Oblongifolia Kadsura
- Oblong-leaved Kadsura
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Kadsura oblongifolia (also called 'Oblong-leaved Kadsura', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Kadsura oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Kadsura oblongifolia has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each fruit. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and green, with two oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Kadsura oblongifolia is an evergreen shrub native to China. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering in hot, dry weather. It is best grown in USDA zones 8-10.
Where to Find Kadsura oblongifolia
Kadsura oblongifolia is native to China, Japan, and Korea.
Kadsura oblongifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kadsura oblongifolia?
Kadsura oblongifolia
What is the common name of Kadsura oblongifolia?
Oblong-leaved Kadsura
What is the natural habitat of Kadsura oblongifolia?
Native to China, Kadsura oblongifolia is typically found in moist, shady forests.
Species in the Kadsura genus
Kadsura celebica, Kadsura coccinea, Kadsura heteroclita, Kadsura induta, Kadsura angustifolia, Kadsura borneensis, Kadsura acsmithii, Kadsura scandens, Kadsura verrucosa, Kadsura oblongifolia, Kadsura japonica, Kadsura lanceolata, Kadsura longepedunculata, Kadsura renchangiana, Kadsura matsudae, Kadsura philippinensis, Kadsura marmorata,
Species in the Schisandraceae family
Illicium cubense, Illicium difengpi, Illicium ekmanii, Illicium griffithii, Illicium hottense, Illicium ridleyanum, Illicium stapfii, Illicium sumatranum, Illicium verum, Illicium guajaibonense, Illicium parviflorum, Illicium floridanum, Illicium ternstroemioides, Illicium majus, Illicium arborescens, Illicium dunnianum, Illicium henryi, Illicium jiadifengpi, Illicium philippinense, Illicium tashiroi, Illicium angustisepalum, Illicium burmanicum, Illicium wardii, Illicium macranthum, Illicium simonsii, Illicium tsaii, Illicium lanceolatum, Illicium modestum, Illicium brevistylum, Illicium leiophyllum, Illicium pachyphyllum, Illicium merrillianum, Illicium micranthum, Illicium petelotii, Illicium tenuifolium, Illicium parvifolium, Illicium viridiflorum, Illicium anisatum, Kadsura celebica, Kadsura coccinea, Kadsura heteroclita, Kadsura induta, Kadsura angustifolia, Kadsura borneensis, Kadsura acsmithii, Kadsura scandens, Kadsura verrucosa, Kadsura oblongifolia, Kadsura japonica, Kadsura lanceolata,
References
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:554588-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.