Stewartia medogensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Li & T.L.Ming
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 34: 64 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239802
Common Names
- Stewartia
- Medogensis
- Medog Stewartia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stewartia medogensis (also called Medog stewartia, among many other common names) is a species of stewartia native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in areas of high altitude.
Uses & Benefits
Stewartia medogensis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide ground cover and to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stewartia medogensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stewartia medogensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Stewartia medogensis
Stewartia medogensis is native to China and can be found in Sichuan Province.
Stewartia medogensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stewartia medogensis?
Stewartia medogensis
What is the common name of Stewartia medogensis?
Medog Stewartia
Where is Stewartia medogensis native to?
It is native to China and Japan.
Species in the Stewartia genus
Stewartia serrata, Stewartia pseudocamellia, Stewartia malacodendron, Stewartia ovata, Stewartia villosa, Stewartia sinensis, Stewartia pteropetiolata, Stewartia monadelpha, Stewartia sinii, Stewartia densivillosa, Stewartia obovata, Stewartia tonkinensis, Stewartia crassifolia, Stewartia laotica, Stewartia rostrata, Stewartia acutisepala, Stewartia rubiginosa, Stewartia sichuanensis, Stewartia micrantha, Stewartia calcicola, Stewartia cordifolia, Stewartia medogensis,
Species in the Theaceae family
Apterosperma oblata, Archboldiodendron calosericeum, Balthasaria mannii, Balthasaria schliebenii, Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis,
References
Tien Lu Ming (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.L.Ming' in the authors string.
Jie Li (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Li' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:988040-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].